• Ankle arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that orthopaedic surgeons use to treat problems in the ankle joint. (bhosc.com)
  • Ankle arthroscopy uses a thin fiber-optic camera (arthroscope) that can magnify and transmit images of the ankle to a video screen. (bhosc.com)
  • Arthroscopy can be used to diagnose and treat different disorders of the ankle joint. (bhosc.com)
  • Ankle arthroscopy offers a minimally invasive way to perform ankle fusion. (bhosc.com)
  • Ankle fractures: Ankle arthroscopy may be used along with open techniques of fracture repair. (bhosc.com)
  • Both common and complex pathologies and injuries are discussed, from bunion and hammertoe management to the Charcot foot and ankle, total ankle replacement, arthroscopy and arthroplasty techniques, amputations and biologics. (nshealth.ca)
  • The results from first generation ankle prosthesis were disappointing with stiffness, wound complications, loosening, malalignment, impingement, and instability cited as causes of failure [ 7 , 19 - 21 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • Ankle instability: Ligaments of the ankle can become stretched out, which can lead to a feeling that the ankle gives way. (bhosc.com)
  • Open and arthroscopic lateral ligament repair for treatment of chronic ankle instability: A systematic review. (federicousuelli.eu)
  • Tan JA, Bajuri MY, Leong JF, Levin KB, Alias A. Total ankle replacement for treatment of avascular necrosis of the talus. (ac.ir)
  • An ankle cheilectomy is a surgery that removes a bone spur from the talus or tibia, which are the lower and upper bones of the ankle joint. (bhosc.com)
  • An ankle fusion involves removing any remaining cartilage in the ankle joint and causing the bone at the top of the ankle joint (the tibia) bond and become one with the bone at the bottom of the ankle joint (the talus). (anthonyyimd.com)
  • The Joint Arthroplasty service emphasizes reconstructive surgery of the hip, including proximal femoral and pelvic osteotomies, arthroplasty, and fixation of pelvic fractures. (utmb.edu)
  • Early Weight Bearing After Operatively Treated Traumatic Ankle Fractures - A Biomechanical Analysis. (aofas.org)
  • Ankle Fractures: Technology Helping with Common Problems - Can We Justify the Cost? (aofas.org)
  • Operatively treated ankle fractures in Switzerland, 2002-2012: epidemiology and associations between baseline characteristics and fracture types. (centre-assal.ch)
  • Early clinical and radiological evaluation in patients with total ankle replacement performed by lateral approach and peroneal osteotomy. (ac.ir)
  • Ankle arthrodesis after failed total ankle replacement: a systematic review of the literature. (ac.ir)
  • Usuelli FG, Di Silvestri CA, D'Ambrosi R, Orenti A, Randelli F. Total ankle replacement: is pre-operative varus deformity a predictor of poor survival rate and clinical and radiological outcomes? (ac.ir)
  • King A, Bali N, Kassam AA, Hughes A, Talbot N, Sharpe I. Early outcomes and radiographic alignment of the Infinity total ankle replacement with a minimum of two year follow-up data. (ac.ir)
  • Is End-Stage Ankle Arthrosis Best Managed with Total Ankle Replacement or Arthrodesis? (hindawi.com)
  • Traditionally, ankle arthrodesis (AA) has been the surgical intervention of choice but the emergence of total ankle replacement (TAR) has challenged this concept. (hindawi.com)
  • However, the development of total ankle replacement (TAR) has challenged arthrodesis as the treatment of choice for ankle arthrosis [ 5 - 7 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • Ankle replacement, or ankle arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure to replace the damaged articular surfaces of the human ankle joint with prosthetic components. (wikipedia.org)
  • The restoration of range of motion is the key feature in favor of ankle replacement with respect to arthrodesis. (wikipedia.org)
  • The outcome of an ankle replacement includes factors like ankle function, pain, revision and implant survival. (wikipedia.org)
  • Ankle replacements have a 30-day readmission rate of 2.2%, which is similar to that of knee replacement but lower than that of total hip replacement. (wikipedia.org)
  • Additional surgery included five talofibular joint debridements, three repeat graftings, two hardware removals, and one conversion to a prosthetic ankle replacement. (wheelessonline.com)
  • Dr. Wheeless enjoys and performs all types of orthopaedic surgery but is renowned for his expertise in total joint arthroplasty (Hip and Knee replacement) as well as complex joint infections. (wheelessonline.com)
  • An Awful Snow Storm Because of camping and the Coronavirus my one year check up on my InBone2 Total Ankle Replacement was delayed several months. (anklereplacementblog.com)
  • I continue to get physical therapy and religiously do my exercises at home, adding more as my ankle replacement improves. (anklereplacementblog.com)
  • Our dear friend Thelma graciously invited Yolanda and me to spend the first couple weeks of my ankle replacement recovery at her lovely home in the Vail area. (anklereplacementblog.com)
  • My total ankle replacement surgery with the Wright Inbone 2 ankle required only a short 2 1/2 hours. (anklereplacementblog.com)
  • Pre-op Preparations After returning home from winterizing our cabin in western Colorado and getting a chance to photograph some Fall Color, it was time to begin the final prep for my ankle replacement surgery. (anklereplacementblog.com)
  • After my decision to have total ankle replacement surgery performed by Dr. Thomas Clanton, the foot and ankle specialist at the Steadman Clinic in Vail, he gave me a prescription for the special CAT scan of my ankle and lower leg that would be used to fabricate the implant and guides particular to my ankle and tibia. (anklereplacementblog.com)
  • This is one of the essential next steps toward total ankle replacement surgery using the Inbone 2 device. (anklereplacementblog.com)
  • The Decision: Total Ankle Replacement Surgery vs Ankle Fusion. (anklereplacementblog.com)
  • It is only my understanding of some of the things I learned as I researched the difference between ankle replacement surgery versus an ankle fusion and my decision for my ankle replacement. (anklereplacementblog.com)
  • You had an ankle replacement. (medlineplus.gov)
  • In their recent article comparing hemi implant arthroplasty, total joint replacement and first MPJ arthrodesis, Erdil and colleagues5 found that at final follow-up, functional assessment using the AOFAS-HMI (American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society-Hallux Metatarsophalangeal-Interphalangeal) scoring system was similar when comparing all 3 procedures. (footankleinstitute.com)
  • Ankle Arthroplasty, also called Total Ankle Replacement, is a replacement surgery of a damaged ankle joint using an artificial implant. (reliefinstitute.com)
  • Find out about treatment options, watch patient success stories, and learn about Stryker's Total Ankle Replacement procedure that can be customized to your unique ankle anatomy to relieve pain and increase mobility - so you can return to doing the things that make life fun. (movewrightdoc.com)
  • In fact, four out of five doctors surveyed agree that patients who undergo total ankle replacement have a better quality of life after the procedure! (movewrightdoc.com)
  • Ankle replacement gave me my life back. (movewrightdoc.com)
  • In ankle replacement, the physician replaces damaged cartilage with an implant that bends and flexes easily, similar to a healthy ankle. (movewrightdoc.com)
  • Ankle replacement relieves ankle pain and increases mobility, allowing you to get back to activities you love. (movewrightdoc.com)
  • Only Stryker Total Ankle Replacement procedures feature a personalized preoperative navigation system option. (movewrightdoc.com)
  • Not everyone is a candidate for ankle replacement, but if they are…the surgery is absolutely the way to go. (movewrightdoc.com)
  • Meet some other individuals who were convinced they'd never enjoy their favorite activities again-until their lives were transformed by Stryker Total Ankle Replacement. (movewrightdoc.com)
  • Comparison of Multisegmental Foot and Ankle Motion Between Total Ankle Replacement and Ankle Arthrodesis in Adults. (movewrightdoc.com)
  • The Value of Motion: Patient-Reported Outcome Measures Are Correlated With Range of Motion in Total Ankle Replacement. (movewrightdoc.com)
  • Ability to evaluate and surgically treat knee and shoulder disorders utilizing joint replacement, arthrodesis, and other techniques as needed. (utmb.edu)
  • Knowledge of principles of prosthetic design and materials in total hip replacement and to evaluate and plan prosthetic and non-prosthetic arthroplasties. (utmb.edu)
  • Ability to evaluate and operatively manage chronic hip disorders using techniques including joint replacement, non-implant arthroplasty, osteotomy of the pelvis and hip, and arthrodesis. (utmb.edu)
  • Joint replacement is necessary in severely arthritic ankles to reduce pain, to restore joint stability, and to restore joint mobility. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Paradoxically, the first two goals can be achieved by a joint arthrodesis, therefore joint mobility is the primary goal of joint replacement. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The current separate practises of ligament reconstruction and joint replacement for the ankle suggests that these geometric relationships are not yet fully understood. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Dr. Clare specializes in foot and ankle surgery and lower extremity trauma/reconstruction, including ankle replacement. (michaelclaremd.com)
  • An example of an ankle replacement (total ankle arthroplasty) performed by Dr. Anthony Yi. (anthonyyimd.com)
  • X-ray's of the same ankle before undergoing ankle replacement. (anthonyyimd.com)
  • Dr. Yi works with engineers to build custom 3D printed guides that are used to make sure that the ankle replacement is exactly how he plans. (anthonyyimd.com)
  • A video of the x-ray's taken during a real case of Dr. Yi performing a total ankle replacement. (anthonyyimd.com)
  • This video shows excellent ankle motion immediately after Dr. Yi performed an ankle replacement. (anthonyyimd.com)
  • Meet with Dr. Anthony Yi to explore if an ankle replacement is a good option for you. (anthonyyimd.com)
  • Of the five poor results, four patients underwent an ankle replacement and one patient underwent ankle arthrodesis. (faoj.org)
  • With advances in joint replacement technology, new generation ankle prostheses are designed to more accurately mimic the true anatomy and biomechanics of the ankle. (faoj.org)
  • Ankle joint replacement however, is a difficult procedure to master, and fraught with the possibility of long term complications and eventual implant failure. (faoj.org)
  • Bringing together the most up-to-date information on all aspects of primary and revision total ankle replacement (TAR), this definitive text focuses on TAR procedures and prostheses available for use in North America with additional 'lessons learned' from the international community. (nshealth.ca)
  • Joint replacement, also called arthroplasty, is best for larger joints in your hands, like your knuckles. (healthline.com)
  • Reliability of the Phi angle to assess rotational alignment of the talar component in total ankle replacement. (federicousuelli.eu)
  • Bone-block arthrodesis procedure in failures of first metatarsophalangeal joint replacement. (federicousuelli.eu)
  • Infections in primary total ankle replacement: Anterior approach versus lateral transfibular approach. (federicousuelli.eu)
  • Sagittal tibiotalar translation and clinical outcomes in mobile and fixed-bearing total ankle replacement. (federicousuelli.eu)
  • Identifying the learning curve for total ankle replacement using a mobile bearing prosthesis. (federicousuelli.eu)
  • Age-Related Outcome of Mobile-Bearing Total Ankle Replacement. (federicousuelli.eu)
  • [ 2-4 ] Pending negative cultures and final tissue pathology also influence the timing of definitive closure in patients undergoing staged replacement of infected total joints and oncologic reconstruction, respectively. (medscape.com)
  • Of the five failures three underwent successful repeat allografting and one was revised to a total ankle arthroplasty, and one has had no further surgery. (wheelessonline.com)
  • It's been two months now since surgery on my ankle at the beginning of October and I couldn't be happier. (anklereplacementblog.com)
  • You had surgery to replace your damaged ankle joint with an artificial joint. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Using a CT scan of your ankle in advance of your surgery, Stryker can create a plan for sizing and aligning the implant to your unique anatomy, for the most natural fit possible. (movewrightdoc.com)
  • Part of the practical, highly illustrated Operative Techniques series, this fully revised title by Drs. Glenn B. Pfeffer, Mark Easley, Beat Hintermann, Andrew Sands, and Alastair Younger brings you up to speed with must-know surgical techniques in today's foot and ankle surgery. (elsevierhealth.com)
  • Provides expert coverage of total ankle arthroplasty, revision surgery, and post-operative care and expected outcomes. (elsevierhealth.com)
  • He remains Course Director for the Current Solutions in Foot & Ankle Surgery Course held annually in Tampa since 2008. (michaelclaremd.com)
  • The surgical treatments for RA of the hand and wrist include synovectomy, tenosynovectomy, tendon realignment, reconstructive surgery or arthroplasty, and arthrodesis. (medscape.com)
  • Furthermore, he studied 'Foot and Ankle Surgery' at Inje University in South Korea. (medsurgeindia.com)
  • He also serves on the Board of Directors of the International Society of Technology in Arthroplasty and is the Deputy Editor for Research of the Journal of Hip Preservation Surgery. (uth.edu)
  • The subspecialty of foot and ankle surgery is a highly specialized one, which is constantly evolving and improving. (nshealth.ca)
  • Why and How Often Is Revision Surgery Necessary after First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Arthrodeses? (centre-assal.ch)
  • An ankle joint injury may be due to the soft tissues of a ligament or tendon stretching beyond their capacity, better known as an ankle sprain or strain. (reliefinstitute.com)
  • An ankle sprain is an injury to a ligament, a band of tissue that functions like a rubber band to connect bones and bind joints together. (reliefinstitute.com)
  • We present a case report in which a painful ankle arthrodesis with prior fibular resection was converted to an ankle arthroplasty utilizing a prosthetic distal fibula along with syndesmotic and lateral ankle ligament reconstruction, including a two year follow-up. (faoj.org)
  • Survival rates of ankle prostheses have improved over the years due to less bone resection, larger bone support, uncemented fixation, and proper ligament balance [4]. (faoj.org)
  • A patient with a painful ankle arthrodesis and a previously resected fibula was converted to a TAA with additional implantation of a prosthetic fibula and reconstruction of the lateral ankle ligament complex. (faoj.org)
  • These include arthrodesis, ligament reconstruction and tendon interposition (LRTI), and total joint arthroplasty. (healthline.com)
  • The comparative group could include any type of ankle arthrodesis, either open or arthroscopic, using any implant for fixation. (hindawi.com)
  • An artificial implant allows the ankle to move and bend without pain. (movewrightdoc.com)
  • arthrodesis (fusing the bones of the affected joint together, creating a pain free knuckle but sacrificing flexibility) or arthroplasty (removing the damaged joint and replacing it with an artificial implant). (limbhealing.com)
  • Studies have demonstrated that there is a higher risk of complications and implant failure when converting an ankle arthrodesis to a total ankle arthroplasty if the patient has undergone previous fibular resection. (faoj.org)
  • What Is the Optimal Protocol for Performing Debridement, Antibiotics and Implant Retention (DAIR) in an Infected Total Ankle Arthroplasty (TAA) (Type and Volume of Irrigation Solution, and so on)? (centre-assal.ch)
  • Long-term functional and radiographic outcome of a mobile bearing ankle prosthesis. (ac.ir)
  • Since the early 1970s, the disadvantages of ankle arthrodesis and the excellent results attained by arthroplasty at other human joints have encouraged numerous prosthesis designs also for the ankle. (wikipedia.org)
  • It offers better functional outcome compared to arthroplasty with or without prosthesis in appropriate patient populations. (footankleinstitute.com)
  • Ankle arthrodesis is a better choice than TAA when the two surgeries are both practicable, due to the design limitation of ankle prosthesis. (edu.hk)
  • In the following decade, the disappointing results of long-term follow-up clinical studies of the pioneering designs has left ankle arthrodesis as the surgical treatment of choice for these patients. (wikipedia.org)
  • A 56-year-old female with a past medical history of hypothyroidism, vitamin D deficiency, and hypertension presented to our office in January of 2014 with a painful and malpositioned left ankle arthrodesis. (faoj.org)
  • Clinical ankle scores, such as the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) or the Manchester Oxford Foot & Ankle Questionnaire are outcome rating system for ankle replacements. (wikipedia.org)
  • Bipolar replacements were used in nine ankles and unipolar in two. (wheelessonline.com)
  • I also specialise in lesser toe hammering, congenital foot deformities, ankle arthroscopies, charcot foot, calf muscle release, steroid and local anaesthetic injections into degenerate foot areas, ankle replacements and ankle fusion, MTPJ fusion and MTPJ arthroplasty. (spirehealthcare.com)
  • Research has shown that ankle replacements can lead to many years of decreased pain and increased function while preserving ankle motion. (anthonyyimd.com)
  • There have been major recent advancements in the world of ankle replacements. (anthonyyimd.com)
  • Pearls and Pitfalls for a Surgeon New to Ankle Replacements. (federicousuelli.eu)
  • The human ankle joint complex plays a fundamental role in gait and other activities of daily living. (biomedcentral.com)
  • In order to investigate the biomechanical effects of surgeries, including tarsometatarsal joint fusion, ankle arthrodesis, and total ankle arthroplasty (TAA), on the entire foot, and to predict potential complications, computational simulations of biomechanical behaviors during gait were conducted in this study. (edu.hk)
  • TAA produced a plantar pressure distribution closer to the normal foot than ankle arthrodesis throughout the gait. (edu.hk)
  • Conclusion: Despite recent developments in TAA design, we found no clear evidence as to their superiority over ankle arthrodesis when considering patient outcomes two years postoperatively. (ac.ir)
  • Haddad SL, Coetzee JC, Estok R, Fahrbach K, Banel D, Nalysnyk L. Intermediate and long-term outcomes of total ankle arthroplasty and ankle arthrodesis: A systematic review of the literature. (ac.ir)
  • The aim of this paper is to perform an up-to-date systematic review of the literature including only comparative studies addressing whether TAR or AA is optimal in the treatment of end-stage ankle arthrosis in terms of functional outcomes. (hindawi.com)
  • First metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis is a reliable procedure with predictable outcomes in the treatment of moderate-to-severe hallux valgus with degenerative changes of the joint. (footankleinstitute.com)
  • Total ankle arthroplasty versus ankle arthrodesis: a comparative analysis of arc of movement and functional outcomes. (movewrightdoc.com)
  • Clinical outcomes were assessed using the Japanese Orthopaedic Association (JOA), neck disability index (NDI), and visual analogue scale (VAS), while radiographic outcomes included cervical lordosis (CL), C2-C7 range of motion (ROM), segmental ROM, and disc angle (DA) at the arthroplasty level. (bvsalud.org)
  • 2014). Effect of Diabetes Mellitus on Perioperative Complications and Hospital Outcomes After Ankle Arthrodesis and Total Ankle Arthroplasty . (herbazest.com)
  • A recent systematic review reported 89% survival of 7942 TARs at 10 years and an improvement in American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society score (AOFAS) from 40 to 80 at a mean of 8.2 years of follow-up [ 22 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • A total of 13 patients underwent open or arthroscopic synovectomy, without post-operative radiotherapy. (boneandjoint.org.uk)
  • Ability to use arthroscopic diagnostic and surgical techniques for managing disorders of the shoulder, knee, elbow, and ankle. (utmb.edu)
  • If most of the tendon is damaged, your foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeon often will use the tendon that goes to the big toe to support the Achilles tendon after repair. (bhosc.com)
  • Is low total and free testosterone in males a risk factor for Achilles tendon rupture? (aofas.org)
  • Figure 1A and 1B Preoperative anterior-posterior radiograph of arthritic ankle joint (A). Preoperative lateral radiograph of arthritic ankle joint showing extensive tibial hypertrophy (B). (faoj.org)
  • Tibial shaft fracture extending into the plafond-plate fixation" - Manual of Fracture Management Foot and Ankle edited by the AO Foundation. (centre-assal.ch)
  • Tibial slope in total ankle arthroplasty: Anterior or lateral approach. (federicousuelli.eu)
  • Poor understanding of the functions of the structures guiding ankle motion in the natural joint (ligaments and articular surfaces), and poor restoration of these functions in the replaced joint may be responsible for the complications and revisions. (wikipedia.org)
  • In-Hospital Complications Following Ankle Arthrodesis Versus Ankle Arthroplasty: A Matched Cohort Study. (movewrightdoc.com)
  • previous arthrodesis of the ipsilateral hip or knee or severe deformities of these joints. (wikipedia.org)
  • You can also use a knee scooter to avoid putting weight on your ankle. (medlineplus.gov)
  • A below-knee amputation (BKA) is an amputation often performed for foot and ankle problems. (bhosc.com)
  • A BKA is performed roughly in the area between the ankle and knee. (bhosc.com)
  • A retrospective, single-center study by Tominaga et al found that over a 20-year period, there was a 50.3% decrease in the total half-year period prevalence proportion (HPP) of RA-related surgeries, with significant reductions in knee, hip, shoulder/elbow, and hand procedures. (medscape.com)
  • Higher Frequency of Reoperation With a New Bicruciate-retaining Total Knee Arthroplasty. (utah.edu)
  • Serum Bupivacaine Concentration After Periarticular Injection With a Mixture of Liposomal Bupivacaine and Bupivacaine HCl During Total Knee Arthroplasty. (utah.edu)
  • 2017 American College of Rheumatology/American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons Guideline for the Perioperative Management of Antirheumatic Medication in Patients With Rheumatic Diseases Undergoing Elective Total Hip or Total Knee Arthroplasty. (utah.edu)
  • Secondary to degenerative disease and pain, she underwent an ankle arthrodesis with fibular resection in February of 2008 (Figure 1). (faoj.org)
  • The results show that tarsometatarsal joint fusion raised less effect on the foot and ankle biomechanics than the ankle arthrodesis and TAA surgeries, because of the relatively smaller range of motion at the tarsometatarsal joints than the ankle joint. (edu.hk)
  • The ankle complex (Figure 1 ) mainly formed by the ankle (or tibiotalar) and subtalar (or talocalcanear) joints plays a fundamental role in the human locomotor system, being involved in virtually every locomotion activity. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The inferior tibiofibular and fibulotalar joints also play a role in the ankle joint complex but this is not explicitly addressed in the present paper. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Motion at the ankle and subtalar joints is guided by the osteoarticular and ligamentous structures and induced by the forces and moments of the extrinsic muscles, in addition to the external forces. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Rational design and surgical implantation of prostheses therefore demands understanding of the natural interactions between ligaments and articular surfaces of the two joints which control ankle complex mobility. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Conversion to a total ankle arthroplasty is a more recent solution, potentially restoring pain free ankle range of motion and dissipating the increased load dispersed among adjacent joints [3]. (faoj.org)
  • Once cartilage wears away significantly, the bones of your ankle joints start to rub against each other causing pain, swelling, and stiffness. (anthonyyimd.com)
  • Until recently, the most common surgical options included ankle fusion revision, tibiotalocalcaneal fusion, and transtibial amputation [3]. (faoj.org)
  • Several reports [4,5,6] have suggested that primary arthrodesis relieves symptoms in approximately 80% of treated individuals by providing a stable, plantigrade, and ideally a painless foot. (faoj.org)
  • Ankle debridement is a "clean-up" procedure that involves removing bony spurs and smoothening the joint surface. (anthonyyimd.com)
  • Familial Clustering Identified in Periprosthetic Joint Infection Following Primary Total Joint Arthroplasty: A Population-Based Cohort Study. (utah.edu)
  • In a 2016 study of 26 people who underwent arthrodesis, there was a minimum of 8 months followup after their procedure. (healthline.com)
  • In ankle arthrodesis the ankle bones are fused into one bone. (bhosc.com)
  • The goal of an ankle cheilectomy is to relieve ankle pain caused by bone impingement or pinching at the front of the ankle. (bhosc.com)
  • Compared to the photo below (of a healthy ankle), the joint space is significantly narrowed or absent and there are many bone spurs throughout. (anthonyyimd.com)
  • Arthrodesis involves fusing two bones to form one solid bone. (healthline.com)
  • Recent advances in fixation technique, coupled with early weight bearing and reliable, predictable, outcome make first MPJ an attractive alternative for the foot and ankle surgeon. (footankleinstitute.com)
  • She had a left ankle open reduction internal fixation in December of 2003. (faoj.org)
  • Partial articular fracture-plate fixation" - Manual of Fracture Management Foot and Ankle edited by the AO Foundation. (centre-assal.ch)
  • Gaudot F, Colombier JA, Bonnin M, Judet T. A controlled, comparative study of a fixed-bearing versus mobile-bearing ankle arthroplasty. (ac.ir)
  • Determined to find a solution, Kacie contacted podiatric foot and ankle surgeon Dr. Daniel Hatch with Foot and Ankle Colorado, who had treated Kevin in the past, to see if anything could be done. (limbhealing.com)
  • Ideally suited for residents and students whether MD, DO or DPM, Essential Foot and Ankle Surgical Techniques - EFAST for short - is a dynamic, multidisciplinary resource that covers the full range of pathologies and injuries an orthopedic surgeon or podiatrist would encounter in daily practice. (nshealth.ca)
  • This computational platform developed in this study can be further used for the optimal design of the ankle prostheses and surgical protocols. (edu.hk)
  • This comprehensive textbook brings together a unique vision and multidisciplinary approach--embracing and combining MD, DO and DPM foot and ankle training disciplines--into a singular focus on improving and mastering surgical treatment of foot and ankle disorders. (nshealth.ca)
  • This textbook leans on the unique experience and training of the OFAC attending surgeons and past fellows to reveal the pearls and keys to the efficient surgical treatment of the full gamut of foot and ankle pathologies. (nshealth.ca)
  • The Tsukayama classification of arthroplasty-associated infection into four types (see Classification ) can help in formulating the treatment recommendations for the infection. (medscape.com)
  • Tsukayama et al based their treatment of infections after total hip arthroplasty (THA) on the clinical presentation-that is, positive intraoperative cultures, early postoperative infection, acute hematogenous infection, or late chronic infection. (medscape.com)
  • What Tests Are Useful to Investigate a Possible Infection of Total Ankle Arthroplasty (TAA)? (centre-assal.ch)
  • Ankle arthroplasty and total ankle arthroplasty are two important treatments for end-stage degenerative ball. (ejcmpr.com)
  • To enhance understanding of disorders and of relevant conservative and surgical treatments, a better knowledge of the physiological mechanics of the ankle complex still remains a crucial issue. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Severe disorders of the musculoskeletal structures of the foot and ankle are often alleviated using surgical treatments. (edu.hk)
  • It also may be used during ankle fracture repair to look for cartilage injuries inside the ankle. (bhosc.com)
  • Cartilage is the nearly frictionless surface that allows for smooth motion of your ankle. (anthonyyimd.com)