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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
Physical Therapy for a Broken Ankle
A broken ankle can severely limit your ability to perform basic functional tasks like running and walking. This painful injury can cause loss of lower extremity strength, range of motion, and pain. These impairments can make performing your normal everyday activities difficult or impossible.
Source: Verywell Health
Limping
Many different health conditions can cause limping (antalgic gait) when you walk. This can include acute injuries as well as gradually progressing medical concerns. Paying closer attention to when the limping occurs and any symptoms that accompany it can help you determine its origins.
Source: Verywell Health
Posterior Malleolus Fixation in Trimalleolar Ankle Fractures: Outcomes From a Single-Centre Retrospective Cohort
Objective: To describe patient-reported outcomes and complication patterns following morphology-guided posterior malleolus fixation for trimalleolar ankle fractures in a single National Health Service (NHS) teaching hospital.
Source: Cureus
Ankle Pain When Walking: Causes and What You Can Do
Most ankle pain can be managed with rest, modifying activities, supportive footwear, over-the-counter pain medication, and other conservative measures. However, some causes may require further treatment.
Source: Verywell Health
