Open versus arthroscopic fusion of the subtalar joint: a randomized controlled trial.

Background And Purpose:  Our primary aim was to compare the early complication rate (< 6 weeks postoperatively) after open or arthroscopic fusion of the subtalar joint. Secondary outcomes included late complications (> 6 weeks postoperatively), function, pain, and patient satisfaction.

Methods:  In this prospective randomized controlled trial, patients listed for subtalar joint fusion were included and randomized for open or arthroscopic fusion.

Plantar pressure in relation to hindfoot varus in people with unilateral upper motor neuron syndrome.

Introduction: Hindfoot varus deformity is common in people with unilateral upper motor neuron syndrome (UMNS) and can be dynamic or persistent. The aims of this study were (1) to gain insight into plantar pressure characteristics of people with chronic UMNS in relation to hindfoot varus and (2) to propose a quantitative outcome measure, based on plantar pressure, for the scientific evaluation of surgical interventions.

Methods: In this retrospective study, a cohort comprising plantar pressure data of 49 people with UMNS (22 "no hindfoot varus", 18 "dynamic hindfoot varus", and 9 "persistent hindfoot varus"), and 586 healthy controls was analyzed.

Improved walking capacity after complementary ankle-foot surgery and gait training in a person with an incomplete tetraplegia; a case report.

Introduction: The population of people with a spinal cord injury (SCI) is changing to a diverse population with an increasing number of incomplete lesions. Often, these individuals have the capacity to walk, but experience disabling gait impairments.

Case Presentation: The course of a 34-year-old male with a chronic incomplete traumatic cervical SCI who initially could walk no more than a few steps with supervision or a wheeled walker is described.

Quantitative assessment of plantar pressure patterns in relation to foot deformities in people with hereditary motor and sensory neuropathies.

Background: Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathies (HMSN), also known as Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, are characterized by affected peripheral nerves. This often results in foot deformities that can be classified into four categories: (1) plantar flexed first metatarsal, neutral hindfoot, (2) plantar flexed first metatarsal, correctable hindfoot varus, (3) plantar flexed first metatarsal, uncorrectable hindfoot varus, and (4) hindfoot valgus. To improve management and for the evaluation of surgical interventions, a quantitative evaluation of foot function is required.

Management of gait impairments in people with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease: A treatment algorithm.

Gait impairments in people with Charcot Marie Tooths disease are the combined result of ankle-foot deformities, muscle weakness, and somatosensory impairments. People with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease often experience pain and difficulties when walking, especially barefoot. They also trip and fall frequently and have a lower than normal gait speed and distance.