The advancement of new technologies in the treatment of foot and ankle injuries seems exponential over the last several years. As surgeons expand their knowledge of the pathology and improve their treatment techniques, they come upon new and different ways to treat the same pathologic conditions. Foot and ankle injuries are commonplace in competitive sports. This article provides an overview of the diagnosis and treatment, including surgical techniques, of common foot and ankle injuries.
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Trauma and Orthopaedics, Royal Devon and Exeter University Hospital, Devon, GBR.
Persistent anterolateral ankle pain is a debilitating condition often associated with soft tissue impingement following inversion injuries. It can lead to significant limitations in daily activities and overall quality of life, particularly in individuals with chronic ankle instability. This systematic review examines the efficacy and safety of minimally invasive arthroscopic decompression techniques in managing anterolateral ankle impingement syndrome.
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January 2025
Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Center, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China.
Objective: This study aimed to evaluate bilateral sensorimotor function in patients with unilateral CAI. Furthermore, sensory reweighting ability and vestibular modulation were assessed.
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