Chris Ongzalima, W. Lee, A. Hoang, M. Y. Wong, Reza Naraghi
{"title":"Postoperative analgesic efficacy of dexamethasone sodium phosphate versus triamcinolone acetonide in bunionectomy: A prospective, single-blinded pilot randomized controlled trial","authors":"Chris Ongzalima, W. Lee, A. Hoang, M. Y. Wong, Reza Naraghi","doi":"10.3827/FAOJ.2016.0902.0003","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3827/FAOJ.2016.0902.0003","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Corticosteroids are often administered via injection preoperatively to reduce post-operative inflammation and pain. Despite their wide anecdotal application in clinical practice, there are no current guidelines pertaining to appropriate corticosteroid selection. This study aims to investigate and compare the efficacy of dexamethasone sodium phosphate (DSP) and triamcinolone acetonide (TA) in postoperative pain management following hallux valgus surgery. Methods: A randomized, prospective, single-blind study comparing preoperative DSP versus TA injections was conducted on 20 participants who were undergoing elective hallux valgus surgery. Postoperative pain scores (pain intensity and pain interference with daily activities) were assessed with Brief Pain Inventory Short Form (BPI-sf) questionnaire at the time of first postoperative oral analgesic consumption or 14 days after surgery if no analgesics were required. Differences in clinically significant pain scores were also assessed with prospectively defined response criteria. Results: The difference in mean for pain intensity and pain interference were found to be significantly lower for TA group as compared to DSP group (p = 0.006 and p = 0.001) respectively. Significant difference was also observed in the proportion of participants who reported absence of postoperative pain scores between DSP and TA groups (p = 0.025 and p= 0.006) respectively. However, there were no significant differences between time to postoperative analgesia consumption and proportion of participants requiring oral analgesia (p>0.05). Conclusions: This study provides preliminary evidence suggesting that TA is associated with lower pain scores compared to DSP. Further research is required to establish the effects of TA and DSP in managing postoperative pain following hallux valgus surgery.","PeriodicalId":287733,"journal":{"name":"The foot and Ankle Online Journal","volume":"33 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-06-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131160064","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
B. Durrant, N. Chockalingam, P. Richards, C. Morriss-Roberts
{"title":"Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction: What does the single heel raise test mean in assessment?","authors":"B. Durrant, N. Chockalingam, P. Richards, C. Morriss-Roberts","doi":"10.3827/FAOJ.2015.0802.0006","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3827/FAOJ.2015.0802.0006","url":null,"abstract":"This paper aims to review the literature pertaining to single heel raise test, which is used for the assessment of PTTD. Whilst there is little published information relating to the origins of this test, there is also a clear paucity of information pertaining to the interpretation of the test findings. Understanding why clinicians utilize this test in the assessment of this debilitating pathology and how the result is interpreted is important in helping to bridge the remaining knowledge gap surrounding this condition. This review will contribute to the body of knowledge that is helping to explain why PTTD is an under recognized and underdiagnosed condition. Databases that were searched include PubMed, MEDLINE 1990-present, SportDiscus, AMED 1990-present, CINAHL 1990-present, BMJ Clinical Evidence, Cochrane Library, ISI Web of Knowledge (science) 1990 to present, Ingentaconnect, Science Citation Index, Science Direct and Wiley Interscience. Until recently there has been very little work isolating the tibialis posterior muscle activity in dysfunction. There has been even less work surrounding the individual elements of the assessment this condition such as the single heel rise test. Areas covered within the review are the history of the test, validity and reliability of the test, kinematic changes associated with the test in the presence of PTTD and the biomechanical changes in the presence of PTTD and how this may impact of the execution and interpretation of the test findings. The results from this review are inclusive in relating the single heel raise test to the assessment and diagnosis of PTTD. There is variable use of this test in clinical practice in addition to the clinical setting and patient groups where it is utilized. Further work is indicated surrounding validity and interpretation of the test findings.","PeriodicalId":287733,"journal":{"name":"The foot and Ankle Online Journal","volume":"928 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2015-06-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123060662","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Can we recreate intraoperative weight bearing in hallux valgus surgery? A radiographic study using a reproducible technique of load bearing to simulate weight bearing","authors":"R. Ahluwalia, C. Elliott, M. Hennessy, S. Platt","doi":"10.3827/FAOJ.2014.0701.0002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3827/FAOJ.2014.0701.0002","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Correction of the hallux valgus angle, intermetatarsal angle and sesamoid subluxation in hallux valgus surgery is key to restoring normal joint biomechanics. This is difficult to judge accurately intraoperatively as the foot is not weight bearing. We examine the reproducibility of a simulated weightbearing test on intraoperative images. Methods: This is a prospective study of 20 patients undergoing a scarf osteotomy for hallux valgus. All patients were operated by one fellowship trained surgeon and were excluded if they had inflammatory arthropathy. At the time of surgery, two intraoperative images were taken after surgical correction. A standard positional anterior posterior (AP) image was taken followed by a reproducible simulated weight bearing view (i.e. load bearing view). A retrospective review of 6 week and 4-6 month weight bearing images was conducted to assess any measurable differences in a separate group of patients. Results: The mean preoperative HVA was 30.7, IMA was 14.5, sesamoid position was 5.6. On completion of surgical correction the HVA was 6.6, IMA was 7.2 and sesamoid position was 1.8. On simulated weight bearing with an average of 131.2N (range 98.9-163.5N), the HVA was 8.9, IMA was 10.7 and sesamoid position was 2; this was a closer approximation to the 6-week weight bearing view in all indices recorded. No observed difference was noted between 6 week and 3-6 month weight bearing images. Conclusions: We have found that our standardized simulated load bearing intraoperative view will yield reproducibility and is a good surrogate marker for the 6-week weight-bearing radiograph. We believe locking the ankle joint will avoid rotation of the foot and allow for an accurate evaluation of final correction (HVA, IMA, and sesamoid position) and aid meaningful evaluation of surgical technique. However, it does not represent a final united position therefore we could not recommend its use in isolation.","PeriodicalId":287733,"journal":{"name":"The foot and Ankle Online Journal","volume":"112 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2014-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122569758","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Subtalar Arthroereisis with Endorthesis in Adult-acquired Flatfoot: Classification of the Postoperative Rehabilitation Phases","authors":"M. Polastri, A. Graziani, S. Cantagalli","doi":"10.3827/FAOJ.2012.0504.0001","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3827/FAOJ.2012.0504.0001","url":null,"abstract":"Flatfoot is a biomechanical condition in which the medial longitudinal arch collapses, causing flattening of the foot towards the ground. In adult-acquired flatfoot, the subtalar joint has a greater range of motion than a normal foot, and multiple factors can cause the onset of this condition. Subtalar arthroereisis with endorthesis is a surgical procedure by which an implant is positioned in the sinus tarsi depression in order to limit the excessive pronation of the subtalar joint. Subtalar arthroereisis is often associated with adjunctive procedures. A period of three weeks of non-weight bearing is recommended after surgery and additional protection is achieved as the load is increased. In order to be able to discuss the postoperative course, it is useful to be able to classify it. Basically, the classification proposed in this paper is a practical/theoretical instrument which seeks to contribute to a better understanding and achievement of the aims and outcome desired at each stage described. Postoperative rehabilitation must be oriented to both protect the surgical site and to enhance foot mobility. We have proposed a classification of the rehabilitative pathway after subtalar arthroereisis with endorthesis based on our experience, also considering the related literature. Furthermore, we provide a synthetic description of the surgery, and the rehabilitation techniques are discussed. The ultimate goal of the rehabilitation project is centered on obtaining the physical condition closest to that required for the daily activity of the healthy population with the aim of returning to full recovery after surgery. To this end, a certain degree of multiprofessional cooperation is always recommended in order to ensure patient safety and obtain the best results.","PeriodicalId":287733,"journal":{"name":"The foot and Ankle Online Journal","volume":"34 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129625632","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Complete Agenesis of Both Metatarsophalangeal Sesamoids with Contralateral Agenesis of Fibular Sesamoid Associated with Hallux Valgus","authors":"L. Mason, G. Digby, Hiromichi Tanaka","doi":"10.3827/FAOJ.2012.0504.0002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3827/FAOJ.2012.0504.0002","url":null,"abstract":"he metatarsophalangeal joint of the great toe differs from that of the lesser toes because it has a sesamoid mechanism and a set of intrinsic muscles that stabilize the joint and provide motor strength to the first ray. The hallucal sesamoids are a consistent entity in humans, originating in the tendons of flexor hallucis brevis. They appear within the seventh or eighth week of embryonic development as islands of undifferentiated connective tissue.","PeriodicalId":287733,"journal":{"name":"The foot and Ankle Online Journal","volume":"9 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133739812","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma of the Ankle: A Case Report","authors":"Katherine Neiderer","doi":"10.3827/faoj.2012.0503.0001","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3827/faoj.2012.0503.0001","url":null,"abstract":"Malignant fibrous histiocytomas are a rare soft tissue sarcoma that present as indolent tumors in adults. Treatment consists of wide surgical excision. Local recurrence and metastasis is common and patients must be followed for such. We describe the case of a 49 year-old male that presented with a painless “lump” on the front of his ankle. Magnetic resonance imaging showed a 2.6 x 3.5 x 4.3 cm lesion that displayed high intensity on the T2 weighted image. The mass partially encased the tibialis anterior tendon along the medial aspect without invading the body of the tendon. The radiologist suspected a possible malignant neoplasm including synovial sarcoma or giant cell tumor of the tendon sheath. The patient underwent wide excision of the lesion and pathology diagnosed it as malignant fibrous histiocytoma at the anterior ankle. The patient underwent limb sparing surgery without adjuvant chemotherapy and after 2 years of follow-up he has had no recurrence or metastasis.","PeriodicalId":287733,"journal":{"name":"The foot and Ankle Online Journal","volume":"111 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133018209","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Percutaneous First Metatarsocuneiform Joint Arthrodesis: Treatment of Severe Recurrent Forefoot Deformity Complicated by an Infected Wound","authors":"S. Berezhnoy","doi":"10.3827/FAOJ.2012.0503.0002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3827/FAOJ.2012.0503.0002","url":null,"abstract":"Percutaneous surgery for some forefoot deformities is now accepted by some orthopaedic surgeons as a viable fixation technique in the presence of infection. In most cases percutaneous surgery refers to distal procedures limiting its application in hallux valgus surgery. The purpose of this report was to develop a percutaneous first metatarsocuneiform joint arthrodesis technique in the presence of infection. This case report represents an example of successful surgical treatment of a severe recurrent forefoot deformity complicated by an infected wound. The arthrodesis fused three months after surgery. The effectiveness and reproducibility of a percutaneous modification in the Lapidus procedure should be investigated further.","PeriodicalId":287733,"journal":{"name":"The foot and Ankle Online Journal","volume":"96 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122973379","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Ankle arthrodesis as a salvage procedure: A case of secondary ankle arthritis using Charnley’s compression device","authors":"N. Gowda, Mohan J. Kumar","doi":"10.3827/FAOJ.2012.0502.0001","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3827/FAOJ.2012.0502.0001","url":null,"abstract":"Ankle arthrodesis is commonly considered to be the standard operative treatment for end stage ankle arthritis. The purpose of this study was to perform a clinical and radiographic review to determine functional outcome for a group of patients in whom an ankle arthrodesis had been performed using Charnley’s compression device. A functional assessment of fifteen patients after ankle arthrodesis for post traumatic arthritis was carried out by means of an extensive clinical evaluation after an average follow up of 2 years and 8 months.","PeriodicalId":287733,"journal":{"name":"The foot and Ankle Online Journal","volume":"5 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2012-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128083927","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. Callaghan, S. Whitehouse, V. Baltzopoulos, R. Samarji
{"title":"A Comparison of the Effects of First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Arthrodesis and Hemiarthroplasty on Function of Foot Forces using Gait Analysis","authors":"M. Callaghan, S. Whitehouse, V. Baltzopoulos, R. Samarji","doi":"10.3827/FAOJ.2011.0412.0001","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3827/FAOJ.2011.0412.0001","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Arthroplasty or hemiarthroplasty for hallux rigidus of the first metatarsophalangeal (1 st MTPJ) is thought to lead to greater joint motion and improved gait function. There have been no studies to compare the effects of 1 st MTPJ arthrodesis and hemiarthroplasty on joint kinetics, kinematics and plantar pressures of foot and lower limb. Methods: A retrospective, case series pilot study approximately 22 months post operation. Subjects had either arthrodesis or a NorthStar HemiCAP hemiarthroplasty for osteoarthritis of the 1 st MTPJ. All had plantar pressure, kinetic and kinematic gait analysis as well as the Foot and Ankle Outcome Score (FAOS), and 1 st MTPJ range of motion (ROM). Results: For the hemiarthroplasty subjects the mean ROM on the non-operated 1 st MTPJ was 49 0 (SD23) but only19 0","PeriodicalId":287733,"journal":{"name":"The foot and Ankle Online Journal","volume":"31 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2011-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133363175","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Simple Screening Tests for Peripheral Neuropathy as a Prediction of Diabetic Foot Ulceration","authors":"G. Morshed, M. Mashahit, H. Shaheen","doi":"10.3827/FAOJ.2011.0411.0002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3827/FAOJ.2011.0411.0002","url":null,"abstract":"Results: Foot care practices were followed by 80 (66.6%) of the study population. When compared with NCSs, the monofilament was the most specific at 91%, less sensitive 57%, superficial pain, ankle reflex had lower specificity (36%, 41%) respectively, sensitivity (62%,57%) respectively. Tuning fork had specificity 90%, sensitivity 56%. Conclusion: The study findings show that the simple screening tests (10-g SWME, vibration testing ,superficial pain test and ankle reflex) can be used confidently for annual screening of diabetic neuropathy in diabetic patients.","PeriodicalId":287733,"journal":{"name":"The foot and Ankle Online Journal","volume":"37 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2011-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129861462","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}