Evidence-Based Prognostication in a Case of Sciatica
…Straight Leg Raise and Yeoman’s tests induced pain and paraesthesia in the right leg. Other tests were negative, except for a decreased Achilles tendon reflex and mild decreased sensation in…
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and Stem Cell Injections for Foot and Ankle Injuries
…fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, osteoarthritis, and cartilage damage. Functional Anatomy The foot and ankle are composed of 26 bones, 33 joints, and more than 100 muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Together, they…
Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendon Transfer for Achilles Tendon Repair
One of the most painful injuries one can endure is an achilles tendon rupture. Achilles tendon injuries can be difficult to manage, especially when the tendon is severely damaged or…
Excision of Sural Nerve Decompression
…or casts can compress the nerve. Postoperative changes: The nerve may become trapped in scar tissue following previous ankle or Achilles tendon surgery. When the sural nerve is compressed, sensory signals…
Tendonitis in the Ankle and Foot
…injuries. Q. Which tendons are most commonly affected by tendonitis in the ankle and foot? A. The Achilles tendon, posterior tibial tendon, and peroneal tendons are most commonly affected. Q….
Foot Drop
…Used for sharp injuries; grafts longer than 6 cm have reduced success. Tendon Transfer: For irreversible nerve damage, the posterior tibial tendon is rerouted through the interosseous membrane to restore…
Anterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome
…present with similar symptoms but typically follow a clear injury history. Osteoarthritis: Joint degeneration can cause pain and stiffness similar to AAI. Peroneal tendonitis: Inflammation of the peroneal tendons can…
Adult Acquired Flatfoot Deformity
…arch. Tendon transfer: Replaces the posterior tibial tendon with another tendon, such as the flexor digitorum longus. Triple arthrodesis: Fuses the subtalar, talonavicular, and calcaneocuboid joints to create a stable…
Achilles Tendon Lengthening
…Questions (FAQ) Q. What is Achilles Tendon Lengthening? A. Achilles tendon lengthening is a surgical procedure aimed at treating equinus contracture, where the Achilles tendon becomes too tight, restricting ankle…
Ankle Replacement and Ankle Arthrodesis in the Treatment of Osteoarthritis
…Tendonitis: Inflammation in the Achilles tendon that can cause ankle pain. Plantar Fasciitis: Pain in the bottom of the foot that may be confused with OA. Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: Nerve…
