Calcaneal fractures remain among the most challenging fractures encountered by orthopaedic traumatologists, ... Key words: calcaneus, open reduction, internal fixation. Introduction.

Intra-articular calcaneus fractures are high-energy injuries that can result in significant functional loss and morbidity. The management of displaced intra-articular calcaneus fractures is ...

Calcaneal fractures, unlike tibial plateau or tibial pilon fractures, ... I would start weight-bearing based on fracture stability at the time of fixation, X-ray evidence of fracture healing, ...

Fractures of the Talus: Anatomy, Evaluation, and Management. MedGenMed 1(3), 1999 [formerly published in Medscape Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine eJournal 3(3), 1999]. Available at: https://www ...

Less than 3%1 of calcaneal fractures involve the tuberosity. As with rupture of the Achilles tendon, the mechanisms of injury are forced plantar flexion or abrupt dorsiflexion. Four types of calcaneal ...

Wright Medical Group, Inc. Announces IDE Approval for Calcaneal Stem Fixation for the INBONE® Total Ankle System January 11, 2011 04:30 PM Eastern Standard Time ...

Plantar fasciitis, reportedly the most common cause of pain in the inferior heel, is estimated to account for 11 to 15 percent of all foot symptoms requiring professional care among adults. 1,2 ...