Pediatric Sports Trauma.

Pediatric foot and ankle fractures are common in athletic participation. Treatment of pediatric sports trauma must take into account the unique challenges this population presents, and aim to minimize long-term complications. Given the excellent remodeling potential of pediatric bone, conservative treatment can often be used.

Crossed Screw Fixation Versus Dorsal Plating for First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Arthrodesis: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

Multiple fixation techniques for first metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis have been described with an average fusion rate of 93.5%. This retrospective cohort study assesses the association between crossed screws (vs dorsal plating) and medical comorbidities and the outcome radiographic union.

Total Talus Replacement: Case Series and Literature Review.

Custom 3D printed total talus implants have been used successfully as a functional alternative to arthrodesis or amputation in cases of severe talar destruction or loss. However, the ideal material and construct still remains to be elucidated. Current models have been made from aluminum ceramic, cobalt chrome, stainless steel, titanium, or metal combinations.

The Epidemiology of Metatarsal Fractures Among Older Females With Bisphosphonate Exposure.

Bisphosphonates (BP) are used to treat osteoporosis, although rare atypical femur fractures have occurred with long-term exposure, especially among Asians. Metatarsal fractures have also been reported with atypical femur fracture. We examined the epidemiology of metatarsal fractures among 48,390 females aged ≥50 years who initiated oral BP and were followed for a median 7.

Orthobiologics.

Use of orthobiologics in sports medicine and musculoskeletal surgery has gained significant interest. However, many of the commercially available and advertised products are lacking in clinical evidence. Widespread use of products before fully understanding their true indications may result in unknown adverse outcomes and may also lead to increased health care costs.