Publications by authors named "David Ancellin"
Introduction: Non-insertional Achilles tendinopathy is a common condition, and endoscopic treatment is becoming an increasingly important therapeutic option. The aim of our study was to compare functional and anatomical results between open and endoscopic surgical treatment of non-insertional Achilles tendinopathy.
Hypothesis: Endoscopic surgery provides better functional results and faster recovery than open surgery.
Article Synopsis
- Insertional Achilles tendinopathy (IAT) is primarily caused by mechanical overload, with running and obesity as key risk factors; while surgery may be necessary, the best surgical approach remains debated.
- The study hypothesizes that endoscopic surgery will lead to quicker functional recovery and faster return to sports compared to traditional open surgery methods.
- Results show that patients who underwent endoscopic surgery returned to sports significantly faster than those who had open surgery, but long-term outcomes appear similar for both methods, suggesting endoscopic calcaneoplasty is effective yet requiring further research for long-term validation.