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Total Ankle Replacement
By Devon Consul, DPM, AACFAS, Mitchell J. Thompson, DPM, AACFAS and Mark A. Prissel, DPM, FACFAS
After a brief overview on the evolution of hardware and techniques for total ankle replacement devices, these authors discuss essential factors such as patient activity demands, fixation, vascular…
Ankle Arthritis
By Jennifer Spector, DPM, FACFAS, Senior Editor
In a recent study published in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery (JFAS), researchers found that 72.9 percent of patients with end-stage ankle arthritis have concomitant hallux rigidus.
This animation walks the surgeon through the total ankle replacement using the STAR total ankle implant. (This video has been provided by Stryker.)
When does one allow a patient to bear weight after TAR? What role does physical therapy play? The panelists review their experiences and evidence in the literature for what to expect in the…
Discussing historical perspectives and giving tips on best use of the literature, the panel shares tips and tricks related to the mobile-bearing total ankle replacement. (This video has been provided…
In the third of a series of podcasts on total ankle replacement (TAR), Drs.
In the second of a series of podcasts on total ankle replacement (TAR), Drs.
In the first of a series of podcasts on total ankle replacement (TAR), Drs.
Ankle Arthritis
By Jennifer Spector, DPM, FACFAS, Associate Editor
The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) recently published a clinical consensus statement on the diagnosis and treatment of ankle arthritis in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery.…
Periprosthetic Joint Infection
By Eric So, DPM, AACFAS and Christopher A. Juels, DPM, AACFAS
Periprosthetic joint infection after total joint replacement can be a severe complication with significant morbidity and extensive health-care costs. In this review, the authors propose a clinical…
Total Ankle Replacement
By Anson K. Chu, DPM, AACFAS and Stephen A. Brigido, DPM, FACFAS
As total ankle replacements (TARs) become more prevalent, it is essential for surgeons to be able to properly assess and address complications. Impingement of the bone or soft tissues can be a…
Total Talar Replacement
Jeffrey McAlister, DPM, FACFAS
Discussing a case of recalcitrant pain for a patient three years after an open left talar neck fracture dislocation and failed surgeries, this author shares insights and pearls on performing a total…
Antibiotic Prophylaxis
By Jason Miller, DPM, FACFAS, Benjamin Marder, DPM, AACFAS and Sokieu Mach, DPM
Total Ankle Replacement
By Jennifer Spector, DPM, Associate Editor
Although preoperative coronal deformity greater than 20 degrees has historically been a contraindication for total ankle replacement (TAR), a recent study in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery…
Total Ankle Arthroplasty
By Bryon J. McKenna, DPM, Calvin J. Rushing, DPM, Joshua Banks, DPT, and Mark A. Prissel, DPM, FACFAS
Given the increased demand for total ankle arthroplasty procedures, these authors discuss essential biomechanical factors, including pre- and post-op assessment of gait, ensuring appropriate bone…
Total Ankle Replacement
By Michael Brown, DPM, and Guy Pupp, DPM, FACFAS
Total ankle arthroplasty cases are often challenging but post-op complications can lead the course in an even more complicated direction. The authors offer key insights from a case involving post-op…
Total Ankle Replacement
By Jayson N. Atves, DPM, CO, AACFAS, and Jason R. Miller, DPM, FACFAS, FAPWCA
While there have been a number of advances with total ankle replacement, these authors review key fundamentals for balancing unstable ankle joints, offering pearls and tips on procedure selection for…
Total Ankle Replacement
By Jeff A. Hall, Executive Editor
In a recent retrospective study examining revision cases of total ankle replacement (TAR), researchers noted a 79 percent success rate with primary revision and an average four-year survivorship of…
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