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Fear of Reinjury Is Associated With Worse Physical Function Measured by PROMIS Following Minimally Invasive Achilles Rupture Repair
Prior literature suggests that patients suffering from fear of reinjury (FORI) following Achilles rupture may fail to return to sport and report worse Achilles Tendon Total Rupture Scores (ATRS); however, this prior study included patients who underwent both surgical and non-surgical management. This study therefore aims to determine whether self-reported fear (srFORI) is associated with worse outcomes as measured by validated Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) measures of physical function (PF) and pain interference (PI) and ATRS following operative Achilles repair specifically.
Source: Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics
Lateral ligament stabilization for ankle cartilage lesions may improve satisfaction
Results showed patients with osteochondral lesions of the talus had higher satisfaction when lateral ligament stabilization was included with arthroscopic microfracture with bone marrow aspirate concentrate augmentation.
Source: Healio
11 Causes of Swollen Ankles and Feet
Swollen ankles and feet can result from various conditions, ranging from minor issues like prolonged standing to serious health problems such as heart disease. Learn when to seek medical attention and how to manage the swelling effectively.
Source: Verywell Health
6 Physical Therapy Exercises for Achilles Tendonitis
Stretching and strengthening the calf muscles with exercises can relieve Achilles tendonitis.Use heavy weight-bearing exercises as part of your recovery only with the guidance of a physical therapist.
Source: Verywell Health
Takedown total ankle replacement: A meta analysis
Ankle arthritis often results from post-traumatic, rheumatologic, or structural etiologies, and has historically been surgically managed with tibiotalar joint arthrodesis. Total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) is a promising alternative, particularly for failed ankle fusions. The purpose of this study was to review the current literature on this topic and evaluate outcomes of converted failed ankle fusions to TAA.
What Are the 5 Different Medial Malleolus Ankle Fractures?
Medial malleolar fractures are serious injuries to the inner ankle bone that require careful medical assessment. The five primary types include chip, transverse, oblique, vertical, and comminuted, with each differing in severity and treatment approach.
Source: Verywell Health
Why Does Your Ankle Hurt? Common Causes and How They`re Treated
If you're experiencing ankle pain, it could be due to common issues like sprains or arthritis. Identifying the cause is key to finding effective treatment and relief.
Source: Verywell Health
Standardization of Platelet-Rich Plasma Preparation in Orthopedics: A Review of the Literature and Proposal for a Reproducible Protocol
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is widely used in orthopedics and sports medicine as an autologous product; however, substantial heterogeneity in manufacture and incomplete reporting of preparation parameters limits reproducibility and inter-study comparability.: We performed a PRISMA-guided methodological review of studies describing PRP preparation, subsequently focusing on orthopedic applications.
Source: MDPI
Foot and ankle biomaterials: a comprehensive review of current applications, challenges, and future directions
Metallic biomaterials enable successful reconstruction and fixation of skeletal tissues by supporting repair, load-bearing function, and anatomical alignment in foot and ankle surgery. However, the unique anatomic and biomechanical demands of this region, combined with challenging pathologies such as flatfoot and Charcot neuroarthropathy, present distinct challenges, with effective intervention requiring targeted biomaterial solutions and precise indications.
Fixing geriatric ankle fractures: fibular nail versus locking plate in a prospective multicenter study
Elderly patients with unstable ankle fractures face a high risk of wound and implant-related complications after open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF). Less invasive intramedullary fibular nail (FN) fixation may reduce soft-tissue trauma and enable earlier mobilization.
Source: Springer Nature
