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Surgical Pearls
04/21/2014
Radiographic analysis for surgical intervention involving the foot and ankle has historically been recognized as a vital component of pre-operative planning.1 This is especially true when dealing with complex foot and ankle deformities.2...
Radiographic analysis for surgical intervention involving the foot and ankle has historically been recognized as a vital component of pre-operative planning.1 This is especially true when dealing with complex foot and ankle deformities.2...
Radiographic analysis for...
04/21/2014
Podiatry Today
Surgical Pearls
02/24/2014
Although hallux valgus and hallux limitus comprise the majority of first ray pathology, sesamoid disorders are not uncommon and may even carry greater morbidity that demands attention. A generic diagnosis of sesamoiditis may encompass...
Although hallux valgus and hallux limitus comprise the majority of first ray pathology, sesamoid disorders are not uncommon and may even carry greater morbidity that demands attention. A generic diagnosis of sesamoiditis may encompass...
Although hallux valgus and...
02/24/2014
Podiatry Today
Surgical Pearls
12/16/2013
Lesser metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ) pathology is one of the most common conditions affecting the forefoot. Most commonly located at the second MPJ, progressive subluxation and dislocation of the phalangeal base on the metatarsal head...
Lesser metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ) pathology is one of the most common conditions affecting the forefoot. Most commonly located at the second MPJ, progressive subluxation and dislocation of the phalangeal base on the metatarsal head...
Lesser metatarsophalangeal...
12/16/2013
Podiatry Today
Surgical Pearls
10/22/2013
Achilles tendon rupture occurs frequently and if it is neglected, there may be significant long-term disability. Early diagnosis of an acute rupture and prompt initiation of treatment will generally lead to optimal results. Acute Achilles...
Achilles tendon rupture occurs frequently and if it is neglected, there may be significant long-term disability. Early diagnosis of an acute rupture and prompt initiation of treatment will generally lead to optimal results. Acute Achilles...
Achilles tendon rupture occurs...
10/22/2013
Podiatry Today
Surgical Pearls
08/20/2013
The Evans calcaneal osteotomy, first described in 1975, is a lateral column lengthening procedure that preserves the calcaneocuboid joint.1 This laterally based opening wedge osteotomy is historically known to provide transverse plane...
The Evans calcaneal osteotomy, first described in 1975, is a lateral column lengthening procedure that preserves the calcaneocuboid joint.1 This laterally based opening wedge osteotomy is historically known to provide transverse plane...
The Evans calcaneal osteotomy,...
08/20/2013
Podiatry Today
Surgical Pearls
06/25/2013
The correction of a significantly subluxed or dislocated hammertoe in an elderly patient can be a challenge to any surgeon. Over the last 22 years, I have tried numerous ways to correct the problem, all with varying degrees of success. The...
The correction of a significantly subluxed or dislocated hammertoe in an elderly patient can be a challenge to any surgeon. Over the last 22 years, I have tried numerous ways to correct the problem, all with varying degrees of success. The...
The correction of a...
06/25/2013
Podiatry Today
Surgical Pearls
04/19/2013
Both pediatric and adult-acquired flatfoot deformities, particularly posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) stage II, remain difficult to treat and there is much controversy in regard to the optimal form of treatment. Patients usually...
Both pediatric and adult-acquired flatfoot deformities, particularly posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) stage II, remain difficult to treat and there is much controversy in regard to the optimal form of treatment. Patients usually...
Both pediatric and...
04/19/2013
Podiatry Today
Surgical Pearls
02/26/2013
Tendon and ligament pathologies are extremely common in the adult population. Eleven percent of runners experience Achilles tendinopathy with seven out of 100,000 people sustaining a rupture. There are 1 million ankle injuries per year, 85...
Tendon and ligament pathologies are extremely common in the adult population. Eleven percent of runners experience Achilles tendinopathy with seven out of 100,000 people sustaining a rupture. There are 1 million ankle injuries per year, 85...
Tendon and ligament pathologies...
02/26/2013
Podiatry Today
Surgical Pearls
12/19/2012
The European approach to the bunion commonly involves the scarf bunionectomy, much more so than here in the United States. Of the many bunion approaches, why should we bother adding another to the list? Those who utilize the scarf approach...
The European approach to the bunion commonly involves the scarf bunionectomy, much more so than here in the United States. Of the many bunion approaches, why should we bother adding another to the list? Those who utilize the scarf approach...
The European approach to the...
12/19/2012
Podiatry Today
Surgical Pearls
10/26/2012
Fat pad augmentation or the use of grafting in the ball of the foot and the heel has gained popularity over the past decade. The goal is simply to add cushioning or padding to areas that demonstrate a loss or displacement of natural fat due...
Fat pad augmentation or the use of grafting in the ball of the foot and the heel has gained popularity over the past decade. The goal is simply to add cushioning or padding to areas that demonstrate a loss or displacement of natural fat due...
Fat pad augmentation or the use...
10/26/2012
Podiatry Today