Ankle Fusion in 2020: Part 4—Ankle Arthrodesis: Case Studies
J. Chris Coetzee, MD (Minneapolis, MN), shares multiple, rapid-fire examples of ankle arthrodesis using the full range of options.
J. Chris Coetzee, MD (Minneapolis, MN), shares multiple, rapid-fire examples of ankle arthrodesis using the full range of options.
Thomas G. Harris, MD (Pasadena, CA), demonstrates his clinical decision-making tips for deciding the optimal approach for calcaneal open reduction internal fixation (ORIF).
This video reviews the biomechanics related to the early stages of the progressive collapsing flatfoot deformity, specifically stages I and II. It also highlights classification systems, physical examination, and diagnostic findings.
This video reviews the biomechanics and pathophysiology of osteochondral lesions of the talus. It also includes history, classification, imaging, and mechanism of injury.
This video reviews the biomechanics and pathophysiology of the foot as it relates to hallux varus.The InternalBrace surgical technique is intended only to augment the primary repair/reconstruction by expanding the area of tissue approximation during the healing period and is...
Thomas G. Harris, MD (Pasadena, CA), demonstrates the use of a meniscal skid to facilitate passing of a provisional placement wire during an MIS bunion procedure.
Andrew R. Hsu, MD (Los Angeles, CA), discusses deltoid ligament repair in the setting of acute injury. The InternalBrace surgical technique is intended only to augment the primary repair/reconstruction by expanding the area of tissue approximation during the healing period...
Kaitlin Neary, MD (Boise, ID), explains why and how to efficiently repair plantar plate injuries. The InternalBrace surgical technique is intended only to augment the primary repair/reconstruction by expanding the area of tissue approximation during the healing period and is...
Jorge I. Acevedo, MD (Jacksonville, FL), demonstrates the use of the MIS irrigation tubing for minimally invasive surgery. The irrigation tubing allows for irrigation of unwanted tissue after the use of the MIS burr.
Kaitlin Neary, MD (Boise, ID), discusses the TightRope® XP implant and syndesmotic reduction.
Jorge I. Acevedo, MD (Jacksonville, FL), discusses a surgical pearl for confirming complete transection when performing a calcaneal osteotomy during minimally invasive foot surgery.
Thomas G. Harris, MD (Pasadena, CA), demonstrates a tip for MIS bunion lateral release.
Sonya Ahmed, MD (Pensacola, FL), describes her use of Coban wrap to create a handle to hold the foot, making it easier both for the assistant and when using x-rays.Coban is a trademark of 3M.
Thomas G. Harris, MD (Pasadena, CA), demonstrates a tip for Achilles SpeedBridge™ decompression.
Justin Fleming, DPM (Somerset, NJ), shares his pearl for using manual reduction for the syndesmosis.
Thomas G. Harris, MD (Pasadena, CA), demonstrates how the use of an insertion guidewire facilitates removal of percutaneous cannulated screws.
Thomas G. Harris, MD (Pasadena, CA), demonstrates his tip for using K-wires to distract the Lisfranc complex to better visualize and prepare the joints for fusion.
Thomas G. Harris, MD (Pasadena, CA), demonstrates how documenting motion intraoperatively after cheilectomy can be helpful for patients in the postoperative period.
C. Thomas Haytmanek, Jr, MD (Vail, CO), demonstrates easy tips for effective calcaneofibular ligament (CFL) allograft reconstruction.
David M. Macias, MD (Columbus, MS), demonstrates placement of K-wires prior to shifting the 1st metatarsal to make correction easier in the treatment of hallux valgus with minimally invasive surgery (MIS).
Thomas G. Harris, MD (Pasadena, CA), demonstrates a novel use of self-adhesive elastic wrap to internally rotate the operating limb during a lower limb surgical procedure.
C. Thomas Haytmanek, Jr, MD (Vail, CO), demonstrates the use of SutureTape for a mini open repair of an acute Achilles tendon rupture.
Christopher Hodgkins, MD (Miami, FL), demonstrates set up and take down of the NanoScope™ operative visualization system for the treatment of ankle fractures.
Anish R. Kadakia, MD (Chicago, IL), demonstrates use of a joint distractor to optimize access to the ankle joint from the front, obviating the need for an osteotomy.