Foot & Ankle
Conference Coverage
Running Barefoot May Increase Injury Risk in Older, More Experienced Athletes
Case Reports
Atypical Presentation of Fat Embolism Syndrome After Gunshot Wound to the Foot
A 42-year-old man sustained a gunshot wound to the foot, which caused multiple fractures of the tarsal bones. Over the course of 6 hours, he...
Case Reports
Use of Cross-Leg Flap for Wound Complications Resulting From Open Pilon Fracture
Pilon fractures and associated soft-tissue complications present treatment challenges for orthopedic surgeons. Open fractures may require...
Original Research
Complications of Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Ankle Fractures in Patients With Positive Urine Drug Screen
We conducted a study to identify complications associated with open treatment of ankle fractures in patients who tested positive for illicit drugs...
Tips
A Novel Treatment for Refractory Plantar Fasciitis
Chronic plantar fasciitis is a major health care problem worldwide and affects nearly 10% of the US population. Although most cases resolve with...
Tips
Antibiotic Cement-Coated Plates for Management of Infected Fractures
Deep infection in the presence of an implant after open reduction and internal fixation is usually treated with removal of the implant, serial...
Case Reports
Unusual Form and Location of a Tumor: Multiosseous Ewing Sarcoma in the Foot
Ewing sarcoma, as the prototype of a small round blue cell tumor of bone, typically affects adolescents and young adults.
Original Research
Improved Function and Joint Kinematics After Correction of Tibial Malalignment
Malunion after tibia fracture can have a negative effect on a patient’s gait, joint kinematics, and functional outcome. We conducted a study to...
Original Research
Midfoot Sprains in the National Football League
Midfoot sprains in the National Football League (NFL) are uncommon.
Original Research
Osteoid Osteomas of the Foot and Ankle: A Study of Patients Over a 20-Year Period
Osteoid osteomas (OOs) are common benign bone tumors that seldom occur in the foot or ankle. Patients typically complain of pain that is worse at...
Clinical Review
Lower Extremity Injuries in Snowboarders
The popularity of skiing and snowboarding has increased tremendously over the past few decades. Whereas skiing has been an established winter...