PFD Medical - Foot & Ankle Education

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A review of current research on common ankle arthritis treatments ranging from glucosamine sulfate to total ankle arthroplasty.

This article looks to determine which procedure is the best for end stage Hallux Rigidus, the Hemi Implant or the 1st MPJ fusion. Simons, K. (Netherlands). JFAS Sept/Oct 2015

First TMT fusion is a very common procedure for large IM HAV deformity, hypermobility, and traumatic arthropathy. This article discusses the risks and benefits of both the dorsomedial plating and plantar plating techniques. This study was performed on cadaveric specimens. Simons, P. (Germany). JFAS Sept/Oct 2015.

A recent article demonstrates high recurrence following opening base wedge osteotomy for moderate HAV. Foot and Ankle International, July 2015.