Plantar Fasciitis
The pathomechanics of plantar fasciitis are multifactorial. Understanding contributing factors and the chronicity of this pathology is essential for appropriate treatment selection.
The pathomechanics of plantar fasciitis are multifactorial. Understanding contributing factors and the chronicity of this pathology is essential for appropriate treatment selection.
Leading surgeons discuss how advancements in medical technology are changing the way they treat their patients.
Distal humerus fractures can present with highly variable patterns and may result in neurovascular involvement. A variety of surgical approaches and hardware choices can be used depending on intra-articular or extra-articular injury.
More common in those over 40 years old, quadriceps tendon ruptures often require prompt surgical management for restoration of function. Transosseous tunnels or suture anchors are standard methods of fixation, with additional options for autograft or allograft augmentation.
At the East Coast Foot and Ankle Summit, Michael W. Downey, DPM (Fort Worth, TX), discusses talar osteochondral lesions along with current treatment options.
Michael A. Gallizzi, MD (Denver, CO), demonstrates identification and denervation of the medial branch nerve as part of an endoscopic medial branch nerve transection procedure.
Glenohumeral joint instability encompasses a wide range of pathologies ranging from soft-tissue injuries to bipolar bone loss. Critical evaluation of shoulder structure and function is essential for appropriate treatment selection.
The lateral ulnar collateral ligament (LUCL), a four-part ligamentous complex, prevents posterolateral rotatory instability of the elbow. Treatment options for LUCL injuries range from conservative methods to surgical interventions, including repair, reconstruction, and suture augmentation techniques.
A pars fracture, or spondylolysis, is particularly problematic for athletic populations. Treatment options include conservative methods and surgical fracture repair.
Noman A. Siddiqui, DPM (Baltimore, MD), demonstrates a minimally invasive Akin osteotomy using a controlled percutaneous wedge cut to finalize the great toe alignment after bunion correction. Under fluoroscopic control, specialized burrs and a 3.5 mm bevel screw are used to...
Focus on increasing the reproducibility of graft harvesting and preparation.
Resulting from trauma, congenital factors, or overcorrection from hallux valgus surgery, hallux varus presents with deformity and loss of function of the 1st metatarsophalangeal joint. Based on the severity of the deformity, soft-tissue or bony procedures may be indicated.
This video reviews the anatomy of the elbow and surrounding structures as it relates to injuries to the medial ulnar collateral ligament.