Ankle joint-position sense (A-JPS) is the body’s awareness of the ankle’s position in space—more commonly known as ankle proprioception. A-JPS plays a crucial role in balance and stability, particularly in sports. This research team wanted to understand if static stretching could improve A-JPS in soccer players.

Ankle fractures are common, and although treatment is generally successful, up to 50% of patients experience long-term functional issues. One potential cause is the presence of hidden osteochondral talar lesions (OCTLs), which may not be easily detected with traditional imaging methods like MRI. While MRI is widely used, it often reveals OCTLs that are not related to symptoms, making clinical interpretation difficult.

Researchers in Singapore explored how different exergaming modes affect exercise intentions, fear of falling, and emotional well-being in older adults, particularly those from low socioeconomic backgrounds—a group often overlooked in such research. 48 participants took part in a four-week community-based intervention, divided into 4 groups…

Electric biking (E-biking) has been growing in popularity. High-impact injuries are linked to this new recreational and transportation source. A new study brings light to the growth of E-bike related injuries and details the distribution between age, sex and the primary source of E-bike related injuries in the US.

Lisfranc injuries, once described fracture-dislocations of the tarsometatarsal joints and considered rare, are now recognized to occur more frequently and in subtler forms due to advancements in imaging. These injuries vary significantly in severity and anatomical presentation. Early diagnosis is critical for favorable outcomes. Traditional anatomy-based classification systems have limited treatment utility

A new retrospective study evaluated 74 feet in 57 rheumatoid arthritis patients with severe hallux valgus (HV) deformity (Larsen grade ≥3), comparing first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint arthrodesis (27 feet) and joint-preserving surgery (47 feet). Procedures were performed at Japan’s Kyushu University Hospital between 2008 and 2022. Clinical outcomes were assessed using the…

Impaired balance and functional deficits are common in individuals with Charcot–Marie–Tooth disease (CMT). Many individuals with CMT use ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) to improve their balance and function. The aim of this study was to evaluate the fall frequency, perceived effect of AFOs on balance, and balance confidence of individuals with CMT who currently use AFOs.

Ankle sprains are among today’s most common injuries. They can range from mild with no loss of function to debilitating and even disabling. And while a significant number of patients will go on to develop chronic ankle instability (CAI), there remains no ideal management. Conservative therapy is the first line, with surgical interventions used as a last resort.

Patients undergoing below-knee amputation may experience considerable postoperative mortality risk, particularly in the presence of comorbid conditions. The aim of this study was to present a newly developed risk index and scoring system to predict 1 year mortality, morbidity, and functional independence in patients undergoing below-knee amputation.

Footwear is often recommended in the management of plantar heel pain (PHP), theoretically to reduce tissue stress during standing and walking. However, limited data exist to guide footwear design and recommendations. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of both shoe and shoe insert designs on in-shoe plantar pressures, vertical ground reaction force and underfoot comfort in individuals with PHP.

At least 10% of all patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA) undergo treatment with injectable corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid (HA). Although both have been shown to help with symptomatic pain relief, their long-term effects on knee OA progression remain inconclusive. The overall aim of this study was to investigate the association between intra-articular knee injections, specifically with corticosteroids and…

The foot and ankle are frequently affected in rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs), yet there is a lack of high-quality evidence to determine the effectiveness of treatments. Outcomes in research are often inconsistently measured, impeding evidence synthesis. Additionally, clinical decisions are based on research outcomes, but these are…