Chronic lateral ankle instability (CLAI), frequently resulting from ankle sprains, is often associated with undiagnosed hindfoot varus deformities, specifically subtle cavus foot (SCF). While ligament reconstruction remains the standard treatment for CLAI with SCF, there is ongoing debate regarding the need for adjunctive calcaneal osteotomy to correct the underlying malalignment. A retrospective analysis of 102 patients with CLAI and SCF was…

Inflammation and nutritional status are increasingly recognized as key contributors to impaired wound healing in diabetes. However, the relationship between inflammation- and nutrition-based indicators and diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) has not been well established. This study investigated these associations.

Researchers conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis following PRISMA guidelines regarding the efficacy and safety of honey dressing compared to conventional dressings in the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). PubMed, BIOSIS, EMBASE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), and Google Scholar internet were searched from inception to Jan 31, 2026, for RCTs comparing honey dressing with conventional dressings in DFU patients.

Elastic taping as external fixation after percutaneous forefoot surgery is not merely an adjunct but a key component of the surgical strategy; when properly applied, it maintains three-dimensional correction and contributes to optimal functional outcomes in modern minimally invasive forefoot surgery.

Ewing sarcoma (ES) rarely arises in the toes, where nonspecific pain and swelling can mimic benign conditions, delaying diagnosis. Early recognition is critical because modern multimodal therapy can achieve limb preservation and high rates of disease control. A case of a healthy 22-year-old man developed progressive pain and swelling of the left hallux after partial nail excision for a presumed ingrown toenail.

Acute, deep infections of diabetes-related foot ulcers can present as surgical emergencies. The term diabetic foot attacks (DFAs) was introduced to emphasize the urgency of these infections and need for immediate intervention. DFAs are characterized by deep infection of the foot that spread rapidly to the rest of the foot and limb. It can be limb- and even life-threatening. Although DFAs are relatively common, the literature on the outcomes is scarce.

The monetary costs of sport-related injuries are significant, but complexity in public and private payers and disparate injury-reporting systems create challenges in accurately estimating their economic impact. Few researchers have characterized the cost of athletic training services for sport-related injuries. Treatment and costs characteristics of athletic training services provided to high school student-athletes for knee and ankle cases, including comparison of…

Plantar fasciitis (PF) is a common musculoskeletal disorder characterized by heel pain that disrupts gait and daily function. This study examined relationships between clinical outcomes and gait biomechanics, determined whether these relationships differ between recent- and chronic-onset cases, and identified key clinical predictors of gait speed.