Lower Extremity Review
Even though dancers have good postural control ability, ankle sprain is the most common injury among dancers, developing into chronic ankle instability (CAI). While dancers rely on visual cues during stage and practice, it is unknown how dancers with CAI perform balance in different visual conditions.
Running is a popular form of physical activity with significant health benefits, but improper technique can lead to running-related injuries. Understanding the risk factors associated with these injuries is crucial for mitigating their negative effects as such injuries can compel individuals to reduce their physical activity…
Soccer is associated with substantial injury risk, with reported between 13 to 35 injuries per 1000 player-hours of competitive play. Notably, approximately 77% of soccer-related ankle injuries are attributed to ankle sprain injuries (ASIs). ASI can lead to chronic ankle instability, obesity, and post-traumatic…
Although surgical alignment of the rear-foot might be sufficient to achieve acceptable correction of pronation-distortion deformity, concomitant correction of the medial arch might improve functional results. These authors present experience with combined hind-foot alignment and medial arch reconstruction by…
I am regularly asked, “Why 3D printed?” There are obvious environmental and manufacturing benefits, although speaking from my clinical perspective–it is the design freedom that is most important. The ability to have an unrestricted design envelope, being able to design and manufacture devices lighter, thinner, fully-custom and quicker are just a few of the benefits.
By Dean Hartley (Podiatrist & Adjunct Engineering Fellow–University of Queensland)
Fractures of the toes are among the most frequently diagnosed lower extremity fractures. In sports, toe fractures may present after diverse mechanisms of injury, varying severity, and varying implications for management. This study aimed to discern trends in toe fractures presenting to US emergency departments (EDs) particularly in association with sports and recreational activities.
Chronic lateral ankle sprains are common injuries that are largely sequelae of inversion injuries of the ankle. These injuries are amenable to surgical intervention, namely, Broström-Gould reconstruction. Arthroscopic Broström-Gould surgery is a minimally invasive technique for treating chronic lateral ankle instability that offers several advantages over traditional open procedures…
We summarized the findings of studies 56 studies, reporting 438 measures of investigating the association between association between proprioception and proprioceptive ability and physical function physical function were included. in people with stroke, Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis.
Stiff-knee gait (SKG) affects 25–75% of individuals with post-stroke gait impairment and is typically defined as reduced swing phase knee flexion. Different studies use various measures to identify stiff-knee gait, such as peak swing knee flexion angle, timing of peak knee flexion, knee range of motion, and ankle push-off acceleration, leading to inconsistent results.
Foot and ankle muscle strengthening exercises are common interventions for many musculoskeletal conditions associated with pain and limited function in the lower limb. While there is evidence to support a multitude of strengthening exercises, they have been criticized for not adhering to best practice and for being poorly reported. The aims of this scoping review were to describe…
Although surgical alignment of the rear-foot might be sufficient to achieve acceptable correction of pronation-distortion deformity, concomitant correction of the medial arch might improve functional results. This study represents the authors’ experience with combined hind-foot alignment and medial arch reconstruction by in-situ naviculocuneiform arthrodesis for treatment of flexible flatfoot in children.
This study, by researchers from Shanghai, China, investigates the biomechanical and muscular impacts of firefighting boots (EFF) compared to standard or training footwear (FTS) during walking and related activities. The research highlights that EFF boots, characterized by their stiffness and design, restrict ankle and toe joint range of motion, leading to increased…
In this study, the morphological characteristics of Pilon fractures were clarified in detail by 3D mapping. This provides a basis for the diagnosis, classification, selection of treatment methods, internal fixation design, and statistical analysis of fracture lines of Pilon fractures.
Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and poor long-term patient outcomes frequently occur in patients with Achilles tendon rupture (ATR). Biomarkers for DVT and their possible relationship to long-term healing outcomes remain unexplored. To identify DVT biomarkers from proteomic profiles during the inflammatory and proliferative healing stages and…
Orthobiologics is the science of harnessing and concentrating substances (substrates) that occur naturally in the body. It is theorized that in higher concentrations, biologics may help to enhance (or) improve the healing process. Orthobiologics and bone substitutes represent groundbreaking advancements in regenerative medicine.
By Asim Raja, DPM, FACFAS
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