Both primary (degenerative) and posttraumatic osteoarthritis (OA) are important indicators
for total ankle replacement (TAR), but the ankle joint is rarely affected by primary OA. Clinical …

Arthroscopic subtalar arthrodesis has recently gained popularity in the treatment of primary
subtalar or post-traumatic arthritis, coalition, or inflammatory diseases with subtalar arthritis …

Background: Different fixation techniques have been described in the literature for isolated
subtalar arthrodesis (ISA). The purpose of this study was to compare the fusion rate and …

Background This study investigated the incidence of and risk factors for nonunion in patients
with posttraumatic subtalar arthrodesis (SA). Methods We retrospectively reviewed 165 …

Background: In recent years there has been an increase in the use of minimally invasive
techniques, such as arthroscopy, percutaneous, and minimally invasive incisions, for foot …

There is conflicting evidence regarding the morphology and orientation of the cervical
ligament (CL) and interosseous talocalcaneal ligament (ITCL). The morphology of the CL …

PURPOSE: To investigate the safety and efficiency of a 2-portal lateral (anterior and middle)
approach to arthroscopic subtalar arthrodesis. METHODS: A cadaveric study was performed …

Introduction Subtalar joint arthrodesis is primarily indicated for advanced osteoarthritis,
hindfoot deformity, and/or instability. During the first 6-10 weeks after surgery, there is an …

The aim of the present longitudinal prospective study was to evaluate the clinical, functional,
and radiologic outcomes and patient satisfaction of those who had undergone minimally …

Purpose To study the safety and efficiency of posterior arthroscopic ankle arthrodesis.
Methods Ten fresh-frozen human lower leg specimens without evidence of previous surgery …