Influence of the Length Ratio Between Second and Third Metatarsals After Modified Weil Osteotomy on Clinical Outcomes.

Metatarsalgia is a frequent foot disorder. The objective was to evaluate whether the length ratio between the second and the third metatarsals after Weil osteotomy influences clinical outcomes. This retrospective study included 37 patients (53 feet).

Height of the foot longitudinal arch and anterior cruciate ligament injuries.

Objective: To evaluate the association between the height of the medial longitudinal arch of the foot and non-contact injuries of the anterior cruciate ligament.

Methods: One hundred and five patients were included in this case-control study. The case group consisted of 52 patients with non-contact injury of the anterior cruciate ligament.

Medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction with semitendinosus autograft for chronic patellar instability: a follow-up study.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to describe the long-term results of medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction with a free semitendinosus graft.

Type Of Study: Prospective nonrandomized study.

Methods: We assessed 15 patients (16 knees) treated between 1992 and 1996 (follow-up > 5 years).