Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes of Nitinol Compression Staples for Midfoot and Chopart Arthrodesis.

Nitinol staple use in orthopedic surgery has increased in recent years. Biomechanical studies provide useful data for use in foot/ankle; however, clinical data is limited. This study's purpose is to determine the efficacy of nitinol staples to achieve stable, bony arthrodesis in midfoot and Chopart joints, and examine their clinical outcomes and pain scores.

Radiographic Evaluation of Isolated Continuous Compression Staples for Akin Osteotomy Fixation.

Continuous compression implants (nitinol staples) are gaining popularity secondary to their lower profile, less demanding technique, and less surgical dissection. Biomechanical support exists; however, clinical data is limited in the foot/ankle. This study's purpose is to determine the efficacy of nitinol staples to achieve stable, bony healing in Akin osteotomies and examine their clinical outcomes, complications, re-operations, and pain scores.

Calcaneocuboid Ligament Complex Reconstruction for Cuboid Syndrome in a 14-Year-Old Athlete: A Case Report.

Case: This is a case of a 14-year-old female athlete with cuboid syndrome who underwent calcaneocuboid ligament complex reconstruction using a palmaris tendon allograft that was passed through 2 parallel extra-articular dorsoplantar bone tunnels through the calcaneus and cuboid. She returned to high-impact activities within 6 months. Two-and-a-half years postoperative, she continues sports with only minor stints of pain relieved with rest.

Digital surgery: current trends and techniques.

Digital deformities continue to be a common ailment among many patients who present to foot and ankle specialists. When conservative treatment fails to eliminate patient complaints, surgical correction remains a viable treatment option. Proximal interphalangeal joint arthrodesis remains the standard procedure among most foot and ankle surgeons.