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Obesity, Feet, and the Impact on Health Care

May 16, 2012

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Minimally Invasive Surgery

May 16, 2012

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Bivalved Fiberglass Cast Compared With Plaster Splint Immobilization for Initial Management of Ankle Fracture-Dislocations: A Treatment Algorithm

May 9, 2012

The initial management of ankle fracture-dislocations is the crucial step in the treatment of these emergent traumatic injuries. A stepwise approach is necessary to properly evaluate, diagnose, and treat ankle fracture-dislocations. The goal of initial management is to evaluate the vascular status of the extremity and then restore proper alignment of the talus underneath the tibia

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The Importance of N = 1

May 1, 2012

Over the years, I’ve noticed that many busy surgeons and clinicians seem to shut down whenever the phrase evidence-based medicine is mentioned. I have seen this at seminars, during grand rounds, and even in the operating room. This reaction has been a source of disappointment to me, especially in situations in which I was the invited speaker talking about evidence-based medicine.

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Cosmetic Results of Wedge Resection of Nail Matrix (Winograd Technique) in the Treatment of Ingrown Toenail

April 30, 2012

Objective: The purpose of this retrospective study is to evaluate the cosmetic results of wedge resection of the nail matrix (Winograd technique) in the treatment of ingrown toenail. Materials and methods: This study retrospectively reviewed medical charts of 68 patients with 75 ingrown toenails who underwent surgical correction with the Winograd technique between January, 2008, and December, 2009, at the Orthopaedics and Traumatology Department, Antalya Education and Research Hospital. For the final follow-up, patients were contacted by telephone and completed a telephone questionnaire

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The Effect of Goniometric Alignment on Passive Ankle Dorsiflexion Range of Motion Among Patients Following Ankle Arthrodesis or Arthroplasty

April 30, 2012

Goniometric measurement is a standard method used to quantify limited ankle dorsiflexion (DF). However, compensatory motion at the subtalar and midtarsal joints might also contribute to the amount of ankle DF obtained by goniometric measurements. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of goniometric alignment on DF range of motion measurement among patients following ankle arthrodesis or arthroplasty and age- and gender-matched controls

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The Jones Fracture Classification, Management, Outcome and Complications: a Systematic Review

April 30, 2012

Background. The Jones fracture has been a topic of controversy ever since being first described by Sir Robert Jones himself in 1902

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Long-Term Functional Outcome of Bilateral Spontaneous and Simultaneous Achilles Tendon Ruptures

April 30, 2012

Bilateral simultaneous ruptures are rare comprising less than 1% of all Achilles tendon ruptures. Risk factors for bilateral ruptures include chronic diseases and medications such as corticosteroids and fluoroquinolones. There is little in the literature on the long-term functional outcome of bilateral Achilles tendon ruptures.

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Operative Management of Common Forefoot Deformities: A Representative Survey of Australian Orthopaedic Surgeons

April 30, 2012

Background. Hallux valgus and hallux rigidus are common conditions for which numerous operative interventions have been described in the literature

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Interpositional Arthroplasty of the First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Using a Regenerative Tissue Matrix for the Treatment of Advanced Hallux Rigidus:…

April 30, 2012

Background. Painful osteoarthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint, known as hallux rigidus, can be difficult to treat in young and active patients that who fail conservative treatment

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Foot and Ankle Specialist

Obesity, Feet, and the Impact on Health Care

Minimally Invasive Surgery

Bivalved Fiberglass Cast Compared With Plaster Splint Immobilization for Initial Management of Ankle Fracture-Dislocations: A Treatment Algorithm

The Importance of N = 1

Cosmetic Results of Wedge Resection of Nail Matrix (Winograd Technique) in the Treatment of Ingrown Toenail

The Effect of Goniometric Alignment on Passive Ankle Dorsiflexion Range of Motion Among Patients Following Ankle Arthrodesis or Arthroplasty

The Jones Fracture Classification, Management, Outcome and Complications: a Systematic Review

Long-Term Functional Outcome of Bilateral Spontaneous and Simultaneous Achilles Tendon Ruptures

Operative Management of Common Forefoot Deformities: A Representative Survey of Australian Orthopaedic Surgeons

Interpositional Arthroplasty of the First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Using a Regenerative Tissue Matrix for the Treatment of Advanced Hallux Rigidus:…

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