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2. Commentary on an article by T. Tomesen, MD, et al.: "Treatment of displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures with closed reduction and percutaneous screw fixation".
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Farber DC and Farber, Daniel C
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- 2011
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3. Comparison of 4 Different Fixation Strategies for Midfoot Arthrodesis: A Retrospective Comparative Study.
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Lee W, Prat D, Wapner KL, Farber DC, and Chao W
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- Humans, Retrospective Studies, Female, Male, Middle Aged, Aged, Bone Plates, Adult, Postoperative Complications epidemiology, Postoperative Complications etiology, Arthrodesis methods, Arthrodesis instrumentation, Bone Screws
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Background: Midfoot arthrodesis is a common procedure performed both for arthritis and correction of deformity. The optimal fixation for midfoot arthrodesis has not been established, though numerous studies have been investigating the fixation techniques of midfoot arthrodesis. The purpose of this study was to compare the union rate of midfoot arthrodesis using 4 different fixation strategies and investigate risk factors of nonunion following midfoot arthrodesis., Methods: A retrospective chart review was performed for patients who underwent midfoot joint arthrodesis between January 2014 and May 2019. The rates of nonunion and postoperative complication were compared among 4 different fixation constructs: staple fixation, compression plate fixation, compression plate with lag screw fixation, and compression screw fixation. Predictors of nonunion following midfoot arthrodesis were investigated through a multivariable logistic regression analysis. A total of 95 patients (99 feet), including 240 midfoot joints were included in this study. The mean follow-up period was 78.4 weeks., Results: Overall, bony union was achieved in 86 out of 99 (86.9%) patients, which included 218 out of 240 (90.8%) midfoot joints. A significant difference in the nonunion rate according to the type of fixation construct was found ( P = .011); the compression screw alone fixation construct was noted to have a significantly higher nonunion rate than other fixation constructs. Diabetes mellitus (odds ratio [OR] = 0.179 [95% CI: 0.059, 0.542]), the type of fixation construct (compression screw alone; OR =1.789 [95% CI: 1.071, 2.978]), lack of adjuvant bone graft (OR = 2.803 [95% CI: 1.081, 7.268], and postoperative nonanatomical alignment (OR = 3.937 [95% CI: 1.278, 12.126]) were identified as independent predictors of nonunion following midfoot arthrodesis., Conclusion: The rate of nonunion following midfoot arthrodesis among 4 different commonly used fixation constructs was compared in this study. Risk factors of nonunion were investigated revealing that diabetes mellitus, compression screw fixation alone, lack of adjuvant bone graft, and postoperative nonanatomical alignment are independent predictors of nonunion following midfoot arthrodesis., Levels of Evidence: Level III: Comparative cohort study., Competing Interests: Declaration of Conflicting InterestsThe author(s) declared no potential conflicts of interest with respect to the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article.
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- 2024
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4. Patient Satisfaction Following Hallux Rigidus Treatment With a Synthetic Cartilage Implant.
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Lee W, Wang C, Prat D, Wapner KL, Chao W, and Farber DC
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- Humans, Patient Satisfaction, Prosthesis Design, Retrospective Studies, Range of Motion, Articular, Cartilage, Treatment Outcome, Follow-Up Studies, Hallux Rigidus surgery, Metatarsophalangeal Joint surgery
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Background: There remains no clear consensus on patient satisfaction and functional outcomes following synthetic cartilage implant (SCI) implantation for hallux rigidus. The purpose of this study was to review our experience at a single academic institution using an SCI for treatment of hallux rigidus., Methods: A retrospective review was performed of patients who underwent the SCI procedure for treatment of hallux rigidus between January 2017 and May 2019. Functional outcomes were evaluated using Patient-Reported Outcome Measures Informational System (PROMIS)-10 scores as well as a survey investigating patient satisfaction, self-reported clinical improvement, and changes in sporting ability. Patients were divided into satisfied versus unsatisfied subgroups, and between-group differences in preoperative variables and complications were reviewed. A total of 90 patients (96 implants) were included in this study. The mean follow-up time was 26.4 months., Results: In all, 81.2% of patients reported that their foot was "much improved" (55.2%) or "improved" (26.0%) since undergoing the SCI procedure, whereas a slightly lower percentage, 74.0%, stated that they were "extremely satisfied" (41.7%) or "satisfied" (32.3%) at final follow-up. Patients were able to tolerate higher impact sporting activities after the procedure, and 75.0% of patients stated they would have the same surgery again. PROMIS-10 T-scores averaged 54.2 points for physical health and 57.4 points for mental health. Only 2.1% of patients required conversion to arthrodesis. Significant differences between the satisfied versus unsatisfied subgroups were found in preoperative corticosteroid injection use (21.1% vs 41.1%, respectively; P = .029) and preoperative VAS pain score (8.2 vs 7.1, respectively; P = .036)., Conclusion: The SCI procedure can be a viable option for treating hallux rigidus with high satisfaction overall, increased sport activity levels, and a very low revision rate. However, maximizing patient satisfaction may require more careful consideration of preoperative prognosticators and extensive patient counseling to ensure realistic expectations for recovery time and individual outcome., Level of Evidence: Level IV: Retrospective case series ., Competing Interests: Declaration of Confliction InterestsThe author(s) declared the following potential conflicts of interest with respect to the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article: Keith L. Wapner, MD, reports being a consultant for Wright Medical, outside the submitted work. ICMJE forms for all authors are available online.
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- 2023
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5. The Efficiency of Highly Porous β-Tricalcium Phosphate With Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate in Midfoot Joint Arthrodesis.
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Lee W, Prat D, Chao W, Farber DC, Wang C, and Wapner KL
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Background: Nonunion is one of the most common and devastating complications following midfoot joint arthrodesis. Many different types of bone grafts and bone substitutes have been used to promote osseous fusion. However, there is no consensus on the gold standard bone grafting material and whether biologic materials should be used alone or in combination. The purpose of this study is to investigate the efficiency of highly porous β-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP) with bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) in midfoot joint arthrodesis., Methods: This retrospective comparative study included patients who underwent midfoot joint arthrodesis using compression screws. Patients were classified into 2 groups: arthrodesis with highly porous β-TCP and BMAC (group A) and arthrodesis without them (group B). The osseous union rate was compared between the 2 groups. A total of 44 patients (46 feet) including 89 joints were included in this study., Results: There was a significant difference in the union rate between the 2 groups: 91.5% (43/47 joints) in arthrodesis with highly porous β-TCP and BMAC (group A) and 76.2% (32/42 joints) in arthrodesis without highly porous β-TCP and BMAC (group B; P = .048)., Conclusion: This study investigated the efficiency of highly porous β-TCP and BMAC to promote bony healing in midfoot joint arthrodesis. A significantly higher union rate was shown when arthrodesis was performed with highly porous β-TCP and BMAC, compared with arthrodesis performed without them. We suggest that highly porous β-TCP and BMAC can be a viable and effective adjunct to the fixation in midfoot joint arthrodesis., Level of Evidence: Level III: Retrospective comparative analysis., Competing Interests: Declaration of Conflicting InterestsThe author(s) declared no potential conflicts of interest with respect to the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article.
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- 2023
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6. "In Situ" Joint Preparation Technique for First Metatarsophalangeal Arthrodesis: A Retrospective Comparative Review of 388 Cases.
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Prat D, Sourugeon Y, Haghverdian BA, Pridgen EM, Lee W, Wapner KL, and Farber DC
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- Humans, Retrospective Studies, Pain Measurement, Physical Examination, Treatment Outcome, Arthrodesis methods, Metatarsophalangeal Joint diagnostic imaging, Metatarsophalangeal Joint surgery
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"Cup-shaped power reamers" and "flat cuts" (FC) are common joint preparation techniques in first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint arthrodesis. However, the third option of an "in situ" (IS) technique has rarely been studied. This study aims to compare the clinical, radiographic, and patient-reported outcomes (PROMs) of the IS technique for various MTP pathologies with other MTP joint preparation techniques. A single-center retrospective review was performed for patients who underwent primary MTP joint arthrodesis between 2015 and 2019. In total, 388 cases were included in the study. We found higher nonunion rates in the IS group (11.1% vs 4.6%, p = .016). However, the revision rates were similar between the groups (7.1% vs 6.5%, p = .809). Multivariate analysis revealed that diabetes mellitus was associated with significantly higher overall complication rates (p < .001). The FC technique was associated with transfer metatarsalgia (p = .015) and a more first ray shortening (p < .001). Visual analog scale, PROMIS-10 physical, and PROMIS-CAT physical scores significantly improved in IS and FC groups (p < .001, p = .002, p = .001, respectively). The improvement was comparable between the joint preparation techniques (p = .806). In conclusion, the IS joint preparation technique is simple and effective for first MTP joint arthrodesis. In our series, the IS technique had a higher radiographic nonunion rate that did not correlate with a higher revision rate, and otherwise similar complication profile to the FC technique while providing similar PROMs. The IS technique resulted in significantly less first ray shortening when compared to the FC technique., (Copyright © 2023 the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)
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- 2023
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7. High complication rates following revision first metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis: a retrospective analysis of 79 cases.
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Prat D, Haghverdian BA, Pridgen EM, Lee W, Wapner KL, Chao W, and Farber DC
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- Humans, Retrospective Studies, Arthrodesis adverse effects, Arthrodesis methods, Arthroplasty, Metatarsophalangeal Joint surgery, Joint Prosthesis
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Background: The most common indications for revision of first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) arthrodesis are symptomatic failures of prior arthrodesis, failed hallux valgus correction, and failed MTPJ arthroplasty implants. However, the outcomes of revision MTPJ arthrodesis have rarely been studied. The purpose of this study was to compare the clinical, radiographic, and patient-reported outcomes of revision MTPJ arthrodesis following different primary procedures., Methods: A retrospective review of revision MTPJ arthrodesis cases between January 2015 and December 2019 was performed. The radiographic results, patient-reported outcomes, and rates of complications, subsequent revisions, and nonunions, were analyzed and compared preoperatively and postoperatively. A multivariate analysis was utilized to determine risk factors for complications and reoperations., Results: This study yielded a total of 79 cases of revision MTPJ arthrodesis. The mean follow-up time was 365 days (SD ± 295). The overall complication rate was 40.5%, of which the overall nonunion rate was 19.0%. Seven cases (8.9%) required further revision surgery. The multivariate analysis revealed that Diabetes mellitus was associated with significantly higher overall complication rates (p = 0.016), and nonunion was associated with "in-situ" joint preparation techniques (p = 0.042). Visual Analog Scale (VAS) significantly improved postoperatively (p < 0.001); However, PROMIS-10 physical health and PROMIS-10 mental health did not change significantly during the study period., Conclusion: Treatment of MTPJ surgery failures is a clinical challenge in orthopedic surgery. In our study, revision of first MTPJ surgery resulted in higher nonunion rates and overall complication rates compared to typical outcomes from primary MTPJ arthrodesis. Diabetes, Tobacco use, and "in-situ" joint preparation technique were found to be independent risk factors for complications and reoperations., Level of Evidence: III-Retrospective Cohort Study., (© 2022. The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer-Verlag GmbH Germany, part of Springer Nature.)
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- 2023
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8. One- and Two-Year Analysis of a Five-Year Prospective Multicenter Study Assessing Radiographic and Patient-Reported Outcomes Following Triplanar First Tarsometatarsal Arthrodesis With Early Weightbearing for Symptomatic Hallux Valgus.
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Liu GT, Chhabra A, Dayton MJ, Dayton PD, Duke WJ, Farber DC, Hatch DJ, Kile DA, Koay J, McAleer JP, Raissi A, Raspovic KM, Santrock RD, Taylor RP, VanPelt MD, and Wukich DK
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We report one- and 2-year results of a prospective, 5-year, multicenter study of radiographic, clinical, and patient-reported outcomes following triplanar first tarsometatarsal arthrodesis with early weightbearing. One-hundred and seventeen patients were included with a mean (95% confidence interval [CI]) follow-up time of 16.6 (15.5, 17.7) months. Mean (95% CI) time to weightbearing in a boot walker was 7.8 (6.6, 9.1) days, mean time to return to athletic shoes was 45.0 (43.5, 46.6) days, and mean time to return to unrestricted activity was 121.0 (114.5, 127.5) days. There was a significant improvement in radiographic measures with a mean corrective change of -18.0° (-19.6, -16.4) for hallux valgus angle, -8.3° (-8.9, -7.8) for intermetatarsal angle and -2.9 (-3.2, -2.7) for tibial sesamoid position at 12 months (n = 108). Additionally, there was a significant improvement in patient-reported outcomes (Visual Analog Scale, Manchester-Oxford Foot Questionnaire, and Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System) and changes were maintained at 12 and 24 months postoperatively. There was 1/117 (0.9%) reported recurrence of hallux valgus at 12 months. There were 16/117 (13.7%) subjects who experienced clinical complications of which 10/117 (8.5%) were related to hardware. Of the 7/117 (6.0%) who underwent reoperation, only 1/117 (0.9%) underwent surgery for a nonunion. The results of the interim report of this prospective, multicenter study demonstrate favorable clinical and radiographic improvement of the HV deformity, early return to weightbearing, low recurrence, and low rate of complications., (Copyright © 2022 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)
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- 2022
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9. Midfoot Joint Arthrodesis Using Compression Plate With Lag Screw Augmenting With Highly Porous β-Tricalcium Phosphate and Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate.
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Lee W, MacDonald J, Prat D, Chao W, Farber DC, and Wapner KL
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Background: There is still a controversy regarding the most optimal fixation instruments and bone graft materials for midfoot joint arthrodesis. We present the results of midfoot joint arthrodesis using compression plate with lag screw augmenting with highly porous β-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP) and bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC)., Methods: We performed a retrospective review of patients undergoing midfoot joint arthrodesis using compression plate with lag screw augmenting with highly porous β-TCP and BMAC from January 2014 to May 2019. The radiographic bony union rate was investigated. Postoperative complications and reoperations were also reviewed. A total of 36 patients (37 feet) including 75 joints were available in this study., Results: A high union rate was achieved as of 97.3% in 73 of 75 joints. Nonunion occurred in 2 patients including 2 joints. Other than nonunion, there were no major complications such as deep infection. Minor complications (5 of 75 joints, 6.7%) included hardware irritations. Reoperations were required in 1 patient for revision of arthrodesis and symptomatic hardware removal was performed in all 5 hardware irritation cases., Conclusion: Based on our results, the fixation construct of compression plate with lag screw augmenting with highly porous β-TCP and BMAC is safe and effective for midfoot joint arthrodesis with an excellent union rate and a low complication rate., Level of Evidence: IV, retrospective case series.
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- 2022
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10. Adverse Events Related to Cartiva Hemiarthroplasty of First Metatarsal: An Analysis of Reports to the United States Food and Drug Administration.
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Metikala S, Mahmoud K, O'Connor KM, Chao W, Wapner KL, and Farber DC
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- Databases, Factual, Humans, Retrospective Studies, United States epidemiology, United States Food and Drug Administration, Hallux Rigidus surgery, Hemiarthroplasty adverse effects, Metatarsal Bones
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Background: The results supporting Cartiva, a synthetic cartilage implant (Wright Medical) in hallux rigidus have come from limited institutions creating observational bias. Complications experienced in community centers are not routinely included in the published literature. To look at a broader range of potential complications, we reviewed the United States Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) voluntary device database and compared that data with published literature. Methods: The Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) database of the FDA was retrospectively reviewed between July 2016 and October 2019 using the product code: PNW, assigned for Cartiva. Results: A total of 49 events have been reported and implant subsidence was the most common with 16 reports. Others include fragmentation (9), infection (4), bone erosion (3), foreign body reaction (1) and unspecified (16). Thirty-five events mentioned further surgeries at a mean interval of 4.75 months. Conclusions: The analysis of the MAUDE database disclosed certain device-related dysfunctions that have been underreported in the published literature. Because of the voluntary nature of reporting, the true incidence of each complication is unknown with this data representing a baseline. The MAUDE database could be further strengthened by a more robust reporting mechanism or mandatory reporting of device-related complications. Levels of Evidence: Level IV: Case series from large database analysis.
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- 2022
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11. Chronic Achilles Tendon Ruptures: From Bracing Treatment to Complex Reconstruction.
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Farber DC, Ellis SJ, Adams SB, Veljkovic A, Cardoso DV, Rider C, and Danilkowicz R
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- Humans, Rupture surgery, Tendon Transfer methods, Treatment Outcome, Achilles Tendon injuries, Achilles Tendon surgery, Plastic Surgery Procedures methods, Tendon Injuries surgery
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The optimal management of chronic Achilles tendon injuries continues to be debated. The tension-length relationship and intrinsic viscoelasticity of the native tendon that allows efficient propulsion during ambulation are difficult to restore once the tendon has been injured. Missed or misdiagnosed injuries or failure of surgical or nonsurgical management of acute Achilles tendon ruptures can lead to the tendon healing in an elongated position or lack of healing altogether. This condition results in persistent weakness, pain, and functional debilitation for the patient. Understanding the tendon and muscle properties will inform the choice of treatment. Nonsurgical treatment options are primarily bracing treatment and physical therapy. Surgical treatment options involve direct repair, reconstruction with local tissue, allograft or autograft, and tendon transfer. Various options and techniques for reconstruction are described to assist in optimizing management of this challenging clinical problem.
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- 2022
12. Adverse events related to total ankle replacement devices: an analysis of reports to the United States Food and Drug Administration.
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Mahmoud K, Metikala S, O'Connor KM, and Farber DC
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- Databases, Factual, Humans, Retrospective Studies, United States epidemiology, United States Food and Drug Administration, Arthroplasty, Replacement, Ankle adverse effects
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Background: The published outcomes of total ankle replacement (TAR) implants came from limited institutions creating observational bias. For broader perspective, we queried the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) voluntary database to explore complications reported outside published literature., Methods: The database was reviewed retrospectively between November 2011 and April 2019 using two product codes assigned to six TAR devices., Results: Among 648 relevant reports available in the database, common complications were aseptic loosening (19.3%), infection (18.2%), and alignment/mechanical issues (16.5%). Others included instrument/instrumentation complications, impingement, polyethylene problems, fractures, avascular necrosis of talus (AVN), and packaging issues., Conclusion: MAUDE database revealed various patterns of device-related malfunctions that have been under-reported in published data. Despite inconsistency in the available reports, it provided opportunities for improvements in quality control, device design, and ultimately patient safety. Database would be further strengthened by more robust reporting mechanism or mandatory reporting of device-related complications., (© 2021. The Author(s).)
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- 2021
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13. A cadaveric comparison of two methods for isolated talonavicular arthrodesis: Two-screws versus plate with integrated compression screw.
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Cristino DM, Schmidt EC, Metikala S, Mahmoud K, Hast MW, and Farber DC
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- Adult, Aged, Biomechanical Phenomena, Cadaver, Female, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Pressure, Treatment Outcome, Arthrodesis instrumentation, Arthrodesis methods, Bone Plates, Bone Screws, Foot surgery
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Background: This study compared stiffness between two constructs for talonavicular arthrodesis: a dorsomedial plating system and two partially threaded cannulated cancellous screws. We hypothesized that the plate would exhibit greater stiffness and resistance to deformation during cyclic loading., Methods: The constructs were implanted in eight matched pairs of cadaveric feet and subjected to axial torsion, cantilever bending in two directions, and cyclic loading to failure., Results: The two-screw constructs were significantly stiffer in plantar-dorsal bending (p = .025) and trended towards a higher number of cycles before failure than the plate group (p = .087). No significant differences were observed in internal torsion (p = .620), external torsion (p = .165), or medial-lateral bending (p = .686)., Conclusions: This study provided the first biomechanical assessment of a plating system with an integrated compression screw, which was significantly less stiff than a two-screw construct when loaded from plantar to dorsal., (Copyright © 2020 European Foot and Ankle Society. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)
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- 2021
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14. The Role of Weightbearing Computed Tomography Scan in Hallux Valgus.
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Mahmoud K, Metikala S, Mehta SD, Fryhofer GW, Farber DC, and Prat D
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- Calcaneus physiology, Humans, Pronation, Radiography, Radionuclide Imaging, Reproducibility of Results, Retrospective Studies, Tibia physiology, Weight-Bearing, Hallux Valgus surgery, Metatarsal Bones surgery
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Background: Hyperpronation of the first metatarsal in hallux valgus (HV) is poorly understood by conventional weightbearing radiography. We aimed to evaluate this parameter using weightbearing computed tomography (WBCT) and to understand its association with other standard measurements., Methods: Retrospective evaluation of WBCT and weightbearing radiographs (WBXRs) was performed for 20 patients with HV feet and 20 controls with no such deformity. Axial computed tomography images of both groups were compared for the first metatarsal pronation angle (alpha angle) and tibial sesamoid subluxation (TSS) grades. The HV angle (HVA), first-second intermetatarsal angle (IMA), first metatarsal-medial cuneiform angle (MMCA), Meary's angle, and calcaneal pitch (CP) angle of the study and control groups were compared on both WBXR and the corresponding 2-dimensional images of WBCT. All measurements were independently performed by 1 musculoskeletal radiology fellow and 1 foot and ankle surgical fellow. Measurements were averaged and interobserver reliability was calculated., Results: The HV group demonstrated significantly higher values for TSS grade ( P < .001) but not for alpha angle ( P = .121) compared with controls. Likewise, significantly elevated HVA and IMA were noted in the HV group on both imaging modalities, while no such differences were observed for the CP angle. Higher MMCA and Meary's angle in the HV group were evident only on WBXR (MMCA, P = .039; Meary's, P = .009) but not on WBCT (MMCA, P = .183; Meary's, P = .171).Among all, the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves demonstrated the greatest area under the curve (AUC) for HVA, followed by IMA. The alpha angle performed only just outside the range of chance (AUC, 0.65; 95% CI, 0.52-0.69). The Pearson's correlations of the alpha angle, in the HV group, revealed a significant linear relationship with TSS grade and with HVA on WBXR, and only trended toward a weak linear relationship with IMA and with HVA on WBCT., Conclusion: The alpha angle, a measure of abnormal hyperpronation of the first metatarsal, was an independent factor that may coexist with other parameters in HV, but in isolation had limited diagnostic utility. "Abnormal" alpha angles were even observed in individuals without HV. Increases in IMA and MMCA were not necessarily associated with similar increases in alpha angle, despite moderate correlations with TSS grade and HVA on WBXR. Nevertheless, the WBCT was a useful method for assessing hyperpronation and guiding surgical management in individual cases., Level of Evidence: Level III, retrospective comparative study.
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- 2021
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15. FAO Essential Reviews, Part III.
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Latt LD and Farber DC
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- 2020
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16. FAO Essential Reviews, Part II.
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Latt LD and Farber DC
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- 2019
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17. Achilles Tendinopathy and Associated Disorders.
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Ferguson A, Christophersen C, Elattar O, and Farber DC
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Degenerative disorders of the Achilles tendon are common, affecting up to 18% of the adult population. A thorough evaluation including a focused history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies helps in choosing the appropriate treatment. Initial treatment is usually nonoperative, consisting of activity modification, bracing, and physical therapy. Patents who fail nonoperative management may be treated operatively with a wide range of procedures from endoscopic surgery to open debridement and tendon transfer. Understanding a patient's expectations and educating patients about potential treatments and their outcomes enables informed collaborative decision making. This article will review the evaluation and management Achilles tendinopathy and associated disorders., Competing Interests: Declaration of Conflicting Interests: The author(s) declared no potential conflicts of interest with respect to the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article. ICMJE forms for all authors are available online., (© The Author(s) 2019.)
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- 2019
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18. Plantarflexor fiber and tendon slack length are strong determinates of simulated single-leg heel raise height.
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Baxter JR, Farber DC, and Hast MW
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- Adult, Ankle physiopathology, Ankle Joint physiology, Female, Humans, Male, Muscle, Skeletal physiology, Rupture physiopathology, Rupture rehabilitation, Tendon Injuries rehabilitation, Achilles Tendon anatomy & histology, Achilles Tendon physiology, Computer Simulation, Heel physiology, Musculoskeletal Physiological Phenomena
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Achilles tendon ruptures have been linked with detrimental changes in muscle-tendon structure, which may help explain long-term functional deficits. However, the causal effects of muscle-tendon structure on joint function have not been tested in a controlled setting. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to test the implications of muscle-tendon unit parameters on simulated single-leg heel raise height. We hypothesized that muscle fiber length and resting ankle angle - a clinical surrogate measure of tendon slack length - would predict single-leg heel raise height more strongly than other parameters. To test this hypothesis, we developed a two-part simulation paradigm that recreated clinically relevant muscle-tendon scenarios and then tested these parameters on single-leg heel raise height. We found that longer muscle fibers had the greatest positive effect on single-leg heel raise height. However, tendon slack length, determined by simulating resting ankle angles in a secondary analysis, revealed a stronger negative correlation with heel raise height. Our findings support previous clinical observations that both muscle fascicle length and resting tendon length are important muscle-tendon parameters for patient function. In addition to minimizing tendon elongation following rupture, treatment plans should focus on preserving plantarflexor muscle structure to mitigate functional loses following Achilles tendon ruptures., (Copyright © 2019 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)
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- 2019
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19. Nicotine impairs intra-substance tendon healing after full thickness injury in a rat model.
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Cheema AN, Newton JB, Boorman-Padgett JF, Weiss SN, Nuss CA, Gittings DJ, Farber DC, and Soslowsky LJ
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- Achilles Tendon injuries, Achilles Tendon pathology, Animals, Male, Rats, Sprague-Dawley, Achilles Tendon drug effects, Ganglionic Stimulants adverse effects, Nicotine adverse effects, Regeneration drug effects, Tendon Injuries
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Nicotine is harmful to many bodily systems; however, the effects of nicotine on intra-substance tendon healing remain largely unexplored. The purpose of this study was to examine the functional, structural, and biomechanical effects of nicotine on the healing of Achilles tendons in rats after an acute full-thickness injury. Sixty Sprague-Dawley rats were enrolled in this study. Half were exposed to 0.9% saline and half to 61 ng/mL of nicotine for 3 months via subcutaneous osmotic pumps. At 3 months, all rats underwent blunt full thickness transection of the left Achilles tendon and were immobilized for one week in plantarflexion. In-vivo assays were conducted prior to injury, at 21 days, and at 42 days post-injury and included the following: Functional limb assessment, passive joint mechanics, and vascular evaluation. Rats were sacrificed at 21 and 42 days for biomechanical testing and histologic evaluation. Rats exposed to nicotine demonstrated decreased vascularity, greater alteration in gait mechanics, and increased passive ROM of the ankle joint. Biomechanically, the nicotine tendons failed at lower maximum loads, were less stiff, had smaller cross-sectional areas and had altered viscoelastic properties. Histologically, nicotine tendons demonstrated decreased vessel density at the injury site. This study demonstrates that nicotine leads to worse functional outcomes and biomechanical properties in tendons. The decreased vascularity in the nicotine group may suggest an underlying mechanism for inferior tendon healing. Patients should be counseled that using nicotine products increase their risk of poor tendon healing and may predispose them to tendon re-rupture. © 2018 Orthopaedic Research Society. Published by Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Orthop Res., (© 2018 Orthopaedic Research Society. Published by Wiley Periodicals, Inc.)
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- 2019
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20. Temporal Healing of Achilles Tendons After Injury in Rodents Depends on Surgical Treatment and Activity.
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Freedman BR, Salka NS, Morris TR, Bhatt PR, Pardes AM, Gordon JA, Nuss CA, Riggin CN, Fryhofer GW, Farber DC, and Soslowsky L
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- Achilles Tendon surgery, Animals, Male, Random Allocation, Range of Motion, Articular, Rats, Rats, Sprague-Dawley, Time Factors, Achilles Tendon injuries, Immobilization methods, Wound Healing physiology
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Introduction: Achilles tendon ruptures affect 15 of 100,000 women and 55 of 100,000 men each year. Controversy continues to exist regarding optimal treatment and rehabilitation protocols. The objective of this study was to investigate the temporal effects of surgical repair and immobilization or activity on Achilles tendon healing and limb function after complete transection in rodents., Methods: Injured tendons were repaired (n = 64) or left nonrepaired (n = 64). The animals in both cohorts were further randomized into groups immobilized in plantar flexion for 1, 3, or 6 weeks that later resumed cage and treadmill activity for 5, 3, or 0 weeks, respectively (n = 36 for each regimen), which were euthanized at 6 weeks after injury, or into groups immobilized for 1 week and then euthanized (n = 20)., Results: At 6 weeks after injury, the groups that had 1 week of immobilization and 5 weeks of activity had increased range of motion and decreased ankle joint toe stiffness compared with the groups that had 3 weeks of immobilization and 3 weeks of activity. The groups with 6 weeks of immobilization and no activity period had decreased tendon cross-sectional area but increased tendon echogenicity and collagen alignment. Surgical treatment dramatically decreased fatigue cycles to failure in repaired tendons from groups with 1 week of immobilization and 5 weeks of activity. Normalized comparisons between 1-week and 6-week postinjury data demonstrated that changes in tendon healing properties (area, alignment, and echogenicity) were maximized by 1 week of immobilization and 5 weeks of activity, compared with 6 weeks of immobilization and no activity period., Discussion: This study builds on an earlier study of Achilles tendon fatigue mechanics and functional outcomes during early healing by examining the temporal effects of different immobilization and/or activity regimens after initial postinjury immobilization., Conclusion: This study demonstrates how the temporal postinjury healing response of rodent Achilles tendons depends on both surgical treatment and the timing of immobilization/activity timing. The different pattern of healing and qualities of repaired and nonrepaired tendons suggest that two very different healing processes may occur, depending on the chosen immobilization/activity regimen.
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21. Mechanical, histological, and functional properties remain inferior in conservatively treated Achilles tendons in rodents: Long term evaluation.
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Freedman BR, Fryhofer GW, Salka NS, Raja HA, Hillin CD, Nuss CA, Farber DC, and Soslowsky LJ
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- Animals, Ankle Joint physiology, Biomechanical Phenomena, Male, Muscle, Skeletal physiology, Range of Motion, Articular, Rats, Sprague-Dawley, Wound Healing, Achilles Tendon physiology, Tendon Injuries physiopathology
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Conservative treatment (non-operative) of Achilles tendon ruptures is suggested to produce equivalent capacity for return to function; however, long term results and the role of return to activity (RTA) for this treatment paradigm remain unclear. Therefore, the objective of this study was to evaluate the long term response of conservatively treated Achilles tendons in rodents with varied RTA. Sprague Dawley rats (n=32) received unilateral blunt transection of the Achilles tendon followed by randomization into groups that returned to activity after 1-week (RTA1) or 3-weeks (RTA3) of limb casting in plantarflexion, before being euthanized at 16-weeks post-injury. Uninjured age-matched control animals were used as a control group (n=10). Limb function, passive joint mechanics, tendon properties (mechanical, histological), and muscle properties (histological, immunohistochemical) were evaluated. Results showed that although hindlimb ground reaction forces and range of motion returned to baseline levels by 16-weeks post-injury regardless of RTA, ankle joint stiffness remained altered. RTA1 and RTA3 groups both exhibited no differences in fatigue properties; however, the secant modulus, hysteresis, and laxity were inferior compared to uninjured age-matched control tendons. Despite these changes, tendons 16-weeks post-injury achieved secant stiffness levels of uninjured tendons. RTA1 and RTA3 groups had no differences in histological properties, but had higher cell numbers compared to control tendons. No changes in gastrocnemius fiber size or type in the superficial or deep regions were detected, except for type 2x fiber fraction. Together, this work highlights RTA-dependent deficits in limb function and tissue-level properties in long-term Achilles tendon and muscle healing., (Copyright © 2017 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)
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- 2017
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22. Nonsurgical treatment and early return to activity leads to improved Achilles tendon fatigue mechanics and functional outcomes during early healing in an animal model.
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Freedman BR, Gordon JA, Bhatt PR, Pardes AM, Thomas SJ, Sarver JJ, Riggin CN, Tucker JJ, Williams AW, Zanes RC, Hast MW, Farber DC, Silbernagel KG, and Soslowsky LJ
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- Achilles Tendon physiology, Achilles Tendon surgery, Animals, Early Ambulation, Fatigue physiopathology, Male, Random Allocation, Rats, Sprague-Dawley, Achilles Tendon injuries, Tendon Injuries surgery
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Achilles tendon ruptures are common and devastating injuries; however, an optimized treatment and rehabilitation protocol has yet to be defined. Therefore, the objective of this study was to investigate the effects of surgical repair and return to activity on joint function and Achilles tendon properties after 3 weeks of healing. Sprague-Dawley rats (N = 100) received unilateral blunt transection of their Achilles tendon. Animals were then randomized into repaired or non-repaired treatments, and further randomized into groups that returned to activity after 1 week (RTA1) or after 3 weeks (RTA3) of limb casting in plantarflexion. Limb function, passive joint mechanics, and tendon properties (mechanical, organizational using high frequency ultrasound, histological, and compositional) were evaluated. Results showed that both treatment and return to activity collectively affected limb function, passive joint mechanics, and tendon properties. Functionally, RTA1 animals had increased dorsiflexion ROM and weight bearing of the injured limb compared to RTA3 animals 3-weeks post-injury. Such functional improvements in RTA1 tendons were evidenced in their mechanical fatigue properties and increased cross sectional area compared to RTA3 tendons. When RTA1 was coupled with nonsurgical treatment, superior fatigue properties were achieved compared to repaired tendons. No differences in cell shape, cellularity, GAG, collagen type I, or TGF-β staining were identified between groups, but collagen type III was elevated in RTA3 repaired tendons. The larger tissue area and increased fatigue resistance created in RTA1 tendons may prove critical for optimized outcomes in early Achilles tendon healing following complete rupture. © 2016 Orthopaedic Research Society. Published by Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Orthop Res 34:2172-2180, 2016., (© 2016 Orthopaedic Research Society. Published by Wiley Periodicals, Inc.)
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23. Postinjury biomechanics of Achilles tendon vary by sex and hormone status.
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Fryhofer GW, Freedman BR, Hillin CD, Salka NS, Pardes AM, Weiss SN, Farber DC, and Soslowsky LJ
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- Achilles Tendon metabolism, Animals, Collagen Type III metabolism, Fatigue metabolism, Fatigue physiopathology, Female, Hindlimb metabolism, Hindlimb physiopathology, Male, Range of Motion, Articular physiology, Rats, Rats, Sprague-Dawley, Sex Characteristics, Tendon Injuries metabolism, Achilles Tendon physiopathology, Biomechanical Phenomena physiology, Hormones metabolism, Tendon Injuries physiopathology, Wound Healing physiology
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Achilles tendon ruptures are common injuries. Sex differences are present in mechanical properties of uninjured Achilles tendon, but it remains unknown if these differences extend to tendon healing. We hypothesized that ovariectomized females (OVX) and males would exhibit inferior postinjury tendon properties compared with females. Male, female, and OVX Sprague-Dawley rats (n = 32/group) underwent acclimation and treadmill training before blunt transection of the Achilles tendon midsubstance. Injured hindlimbs were immobilized for 1 wk, followed by gradual return to activity and assessment of active and passive hindlimb function. Animals were euthanized at 3 or 6 wk postinjury to assess tendon structure, mechanics, and composition. Passive ankle stiffness and range of motion were superior in females at 3 wk; however, by 6 wk, passive and active function were similar in males and females but remained inferior in OVX. At 6 wk, female tendons had greater normalized secant modulus, viscoelastic behavior, and laxity compared with males. Normalized secant modulus, cross-sectional area and tendon glycosaminoglycan composition were inferior in OVX compared with females at 6 wk. Total fatigue cycles until tendon failure were similar among groups. Postinjury muscle fiber size was better preserved in females compared with males, and females had greater collagen III at the tendon injury site compared with males at 6 wk. Despite male and female Achilles tendons withstanding similar durations of fatigue loading, early passive hindlimb function and tendon mechanical properties, including secant modulus, suggest superior healing in females. Ovarian hormone loss was associated with inferior Achilles tendon healing., (Copyright © 2016 the American Physiological Society.)
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24. Correlation between static radiographic measurements and intersegmental angular measurements during gait using a multisegment foot model.
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Lee DY, Seo SG, Kim EJ, Kim SJ, Lee KM, Farber DC, Chung CY, and Choi IH
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- Adult, Aged, Calcaneus diagnostic imaging, Female, Hallux diagnostic imaging, Humans, Metatarsal Bones diagnostic imaging, Middle Aged, Radiography, Young Adult, Ankle Joint diagnostic imaging, Foot diagnostic imaging, Gait
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Background: Radiographic examination is a widely used evaluation method in the orthopedic clinic. However, conventional radiography alone does not reflect the dynamic changes between foot and ankle segments during gait. Multiple 3-dimensional multisegment foot models (3D MFMs) have been introduced to evaluate intersegmental motion of the foot. In this study, we evaluated the correlation between static radiographic indices and intersegmental foot motion indices., Methods: One hundred twenty-five females were tested. Static radiographs of full-leg and anteroposterior (AP) and lateral foot views were performed. For hindfoot evaluation, we measured the AP tibiotalar angle (TiTA), talar tilt (TT), calcaneal pitch, lateral tibiocalcaneal angle, and lateral talcocalcaneal angle. For the midfoot segment, naviculocuboid overlap and talonavicular coverage angle were calculated. AP and lateral talo-first metatarsal angles and metatarsal stacking angle (MSA) were measured to assess the forefoot. Hallux valgus angle (HVA) and hallux interphalangeal angle were measured. In gait analysis by 3D MFM, intersegmental angle (ISA) measurements of each segment (hallux, forefoot, hindfoot, arch) were recorded., Results: ISAs at midstance phase were most highly correlated with radiography. Significant correlations were observed between ISA measurements using MFM and static radiographic measurements in the same segment. In the hindfoot, coronal plane ISA was correlated with AP TiTA (P < .001) and TT (P = .018). In the hallux, HVA was strongly correlated with transverse ISA of the hallux (P < .001)., Conclusion: The segmental foot motion indices at midstance phase during gait measured by 3D MFM gait analysis were correlated with the conventional radiographic indices., Clinical Relevance: The observed correlation between MFM measurements at midstance phase during gait and static radiographic measurements supports the fundamental basis for the use of MFM in analysis of dynamic motion of foot segment during gait., (© The Author(s) 2014.)
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- 2015
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25. Tendon transfers in the treatment of Achilles' tendon disorders.
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Neufeld SK and Farber DC
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- Achilles Tendon injuries, Humans, Achilles Tendon surgery, Tendon Injuries surgery, Tendon Transfer methods
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The Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in the human body and, as such, has its share of problems. Although many conditions affecting this tendon can be treated nonoperatively, surgical intervention is often necessary. Local, regional, distant, and allograft tendon can be used to supplement or enhance reconstruction or repair of the Achilles tendon. Specific techniques are explored and described and the published results from the literature summarized. This article explores the use of tendon transfers and supplementation in the treatment of insertional and noninsertional Achilles tendinosis as well as in cases of neglected or chronic ruptures of the tendoachilles., (Copyright © 2014 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)
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26. Ganglion cyst in the tarsal tunnel.
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Farber DC and Lovering RM
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- Achilles Tendon physiopathology, Achilles Tendon surgery, Adult, Ganglion Cysts complications, Ganglion Cysts surgery, Humans, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Male, Pain Measurement methods, Range of Motion, Articular, Achilles Tendon pathology, Ganglion Cysts diagnosis, Pain etiology
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The patient was a 35-year-old man who worked as a pipe fitter. He was referred to a physical therapist by an orthopaedic surgeon for a chief complaint of progressively worsening pain in the medial aspect of the right distal Achilles tendon and heel that began insidiously 12 months earlier, which was consistent with a diagnosis of insertional Achilles tendonitis. Prior radiographs revealed mild calcification at the insertion of the Achilles tendon. Despite physical therapist intervention for 8 weeks, the patient did not improve. Subsequent magnetic resonance imaging revealed a large multiloculated ganglion cyst in the tarsal tunnel.
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27. Footwear recommendations and patterns among orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeons: a survey.
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Farber DC and Knutsen EJ
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- Adult, Aged, Ankle physiology, Cross-Sectional Studies, Female, Foot physiology, Guidelines as Topic, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Postural Balance physiology, Societies, Medical standards, Consumer Product Safety, Shoes standards, Walking physiology
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Background: Foot and ankle surgeons are in a unique position to educate patients about the importance of proper footwear. Neither their recommendations regarding shoe selection nor their own footwear patterns have previously been reported., Methods: A total of 866 members of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) were asked to complete a survey via the Internet. Topics included specific shoe brands recommended to patients, how attributes of footwear are communicated, and respondents' footwear habits., Results: In all, 276 (32%) surgeons responded, and 64% recommended New Balance athletic shoes to patients; 26% did not recommend specific brands. It was found that 50% wear New Balance athletic shoes; 25% wear Nike. Rockport (27%) and SAS (27%) were the most recommended dress shoes. In all, 76% are familiar with AOFAS guidelines for proper shoe fit, but only 56% educated their patients about the guidelines; 43% do not consider what patients might think of their shoes when selecting what to wear in the clinical setting., Conclusions: Despite the multitude of different brands, several were commonly recommended. Respondents seem to be aware of the impact of their own shoe selection on patients' perspectives of footwear, but many do not consider themselves role models for proper footwear.
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- 2013
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28. Tourniquet application on the difficult thigh: technique tip.
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Farber DC and Farber JS
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- Humans, Leg blood supply, Lubricants, Patient Positioning, Surgical Instruments, Thigh, Tourniquets
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- 2011
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29. Oxygen tensiometry as a predictor of wound healing in total ankle arthroplasty.
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Farber DC and Deorio JK
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- Female, Humans, Male, Muscle, Skeletal anatomy & histology, Muscle, Skeletal surgery, Predictive Value of Tests, Ankle Joint surgery, Arthroplasty, Replacement, Oxygen analysis, Wound Healing
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Objectives: Total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) typically involves an anterior approach to the ankle that has been shown to have a risk for wound healing problems. We explored the possibility of using oxygen tensiometry as a predictor of incision healing problems in patients undergoing TAA., Methods: The study included 25 patients who underwent TAA with the Scandinavian Total Ankle Replacement (STAR) system at our institution during a three-year period. Transcutaneous oxygen measurements of both ankles were obtained postoperatively to determine whether the results of transcutaneous oxygen tensiometry correlated with wound healing problems. Patients with wound healing problems were compared with those who had an uneventful incision healing., Results: Seven patients (28%) had wound healing problems after TAA, and five patients (20%) had early wound erythema. Wound healing problems included delayed healing in five patients and dehiscence in two patients. Three patients had transcutaneous oxygen tension of less than 40 mmHg (a threshold for impaired skin oxygenation) on the operative side, of whom one had healing difficulty whereas two did not. When the threshold was extended to 50 mmHg, seven patients (28%) had low readings, two having wound healing problems. There was no significant difference with respect to oxygen measurements between patients with and without wound healing problems (p=0.3)., Conclusion: Oxygen tensiometry is not thought to be useful for predicting patients at risk for postoperative wound healing complications after TAA, suggesting that, if adequate pulses are present before surgery, the trauma of using excessive superficial traction on the skin during surgery is more responsible for wound healing problems than the underlying blood supply.
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30. Office-based screening, prevention, and management of diabetic foot disorders.
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Farber DC and Farber JS
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- Diabetic Foot drug therapy, Diabetic Foot therapy, Humans, Referral and Consultation, Risk Factors, Diabetic Foot diagnosis, Mass Screening, Office Visits, Practice Patterns, Physicians'
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Diabetic foot problems are significant cause of morbidity. With good medical care, the progression of neuropathy and vascular disease can be slowed but not stopped. Effective diabetic foot care requires screening to detect the at-risk foot, prevention to avoid the occurrence of ulcers, and treatment to heal ulcers quickly before they become more significant problems. Screening comprises assessment of patient behaviors and skin, neurologic, and vascular examinations. Prevention is accomplished by patient education and appropriate footwear or bracing. Recognition of Charcot's arthropathy can greatly reduce the risk of later problems. If problems progress beyond the scope of basic treatment by the primary care physician, referral to other members of the diabetic team is indicated.
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31. The Mark Coventry Award: Prevention of readmission for venous thromboembolism after total knee arthroplasty.
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Pellegrini VD Jr, Donaldson CT, Farber DC, Lehman EB, and Evarts CM
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- Awards and Prizes, Humans, Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee adverse effects, Patient Readmission statistics & numerical data, Thromboembolism etiology, Thromboembolism prevention & control, Venous Thrombosis etiology, Venous Thrombosis prevention & control
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Venous thromboembolism is the most common reason for readmission after total knee arthroplasty. Prospective contrast venography was conducted from 1984 to 2003 in 1321 patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty. Patients with deep venous thrombosis or pulmonary embolism were treated with warfarin; those with negative venograms received no further anticoagulation. From 1984 to 1992, patients not completing venography were discharged without warfarin; since 1993 patients without venography received warfarin for 6 weeks. Readmission for deep venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, or bleeding was tracked for 6 months. Venography was completed in 810 patients; 343 (42.3%) had deep venous thrombosis. Readmission for venous thromboembolism occurred in 0.6% of patients after total knee compared with 1.62% after total hip arthroplasty. Following total knee arthroplasty, patients discharged on warfarin (target INR 2.0) had a 0.21% readmission rate compared with 1.05% for patients with negative venograms discharged without further anticoagulation. One patient suffered a fatal pulmonary embolism after negative venography and no outpatient prophylaxis. Secondary prophylaxis with extended warfarin therapy reduced venous thromboembolism-related readmission. Surveillance venograms were a poor predictor of ultimate thromboembolism risk and need for extended anticoagulation therapy. We therefore recommend extended warfarin prophylaxis for all patients after hospital discharge following total knee arthroplasty.
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32. The John Charnley Award: prevention of readmission for venous thromboembolic disease after total hip arthroplasty.
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Pellegrini VD Jr, Donaldson CT, Farber DC, Lehman EB, and Evarts CM
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- Anticoagulants therapeutic use, Hemorrhage epidemiology, Humans, Postoperative Complications diagnosis, Postoperative Complications epidemiology, Postoperative Complications prevention & control, Predictive Value of Tests, Prevalence, Pulmonary Embolism diagnosis, Pulmonary Embolism mortality, Pulmonary Embolism prevention & control, Risk Factors, Venous Thrombosis epidemiology, Warfarin therapeutic use, Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip statistics & numerical data, Patient Readmission statistics & numerical data, Phlebography, Venous Thrombosis diagnosis, Venous Thrombosis prevention & control
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Unlabelled: Venous thromboembolic disease remains the most common reason for readmission after total hip arthroplasty. Prospective analysis of screening contrast venography was done from 1984 to 2003 in 1972 patients having elective total hip arthroplasty. Patients with deep venous thrombosis or pulmonary embolism received warfarin therapy; those with negative venograms received no further anticoagulation. From 1984 to 1992, patients not completing venography were discharged without warfarin; since 1993, patients without venography received warfarin for 6 weeks. Readmission for deep venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, or bleeding was tracked for 6 months. Venograms were completed in 1032 patients; 175 (16.9%) had deep venous thrombosis. Deep venous thrombosis was reduced by a clinical pathway that included continuous epidural anesthesia (14.2% versus 22.5%). The overall readmission rate for venous thromboembolic disease was 1.62%, including 14 pulmonary emboli (three fatal) and 18 femoral deep venous thrombosis. Readmission occurred in 0.27% (1 of 360) patients on continued warfarin, compared with 2.2% (19 of 880) with negative venograms discharged without further anticoagulation. Three patients (0.15%) suffered fatal pulmonary emboli; all had negative venograms and received no outpatient prophylaxis. Extended outpatient warfarin therapy provided effective protection against venous thromboembolic disease readmission. Surveillance venography was a poor predictor of need for continued prophylaxis; all patients should have extended anticoagulation after total hip arthroplasty., Level of Evidence: Therapeutic study, Level I-1 (high-quality randomized trial with statistically significant difference or no statistically significant difference but narrow confidence intervals). See the Guidelines for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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33. Goniometric versus computerized angle measurement in assessing hallux valgus.
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Farber DC, Deorio JK, and Steel MW 3rd
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- Diagnosis, Computer-Assisted statistics & numerical data, Hallux Valgus diagnostic imaging, Humans, Metatarsal Bones diagnostic imaging, Orthopedics standards, Radiography, Reproducibility of Results, Diagnosis, Computer-Assisted methods, Hallux Valgus diagnosis, Observer Variation
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Background: Digital workstations with high-resolution monitors are replacing standard radiographs for image evaluation and interpretation. Radiographic angles in the foot have been evaluated for interobserver and intraobserver reliability with plain films, but use of digital workstations has not been validated. Because the 1-2 intermetatarsal (IM) and hallux valgus (HV) angles help determine the most appropriate bunion procedure, the reliability of these measurements is important., Methods: The HV and 1-2 IM angles were evaluated on preoperative radiographs of 25 patients who subsequently underwent bunion procedures. A standardized technique using a film marker and goniometer on plain film was compared with use of a mouse and computerized angle measurement software at a digital workstation. Three foot and ankle surgeons conducted these measurements at various intervals. Completion of three readings of each radiograph in each format by each observer totaled 1,800 measurements., Results: Computerized measurement gave better overall reliability. For the HV angle, interobserver agreement (measurements within 2 degrees) improved from 66% with plain films to 81% with the digital workstation (p < 0.001). Intraobserver agreement increased from 72% to 80%. The 1-2 IM angle was similarly reliable with both methods for inter- and intraobserver agreement., Conclusions: This study validates the use of computer-assisted angle measurement on digital radiographs for assessment of HV and 1-2 IM angles. Computerized measurement may result in more reliable readings because it eliminates the error inherent with use of a goniometer and facilitates adjustment of radiographic lines on the computer to ensure correct alignment.
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- 2005
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34. Morbidity associated with anterior iliac crest bone grafting in foot and ankle surgery.
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DeOrio JK and Farber DC
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- Follow-Up Studies, Humans, Patient Satisfaction, Surveys and Questionnaires, Ankle surgery, Bone Transplantation adverse effects, Foot surgery, Ilium surgery
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Background: Substitutes for bone graft have been advocated to avoid the potential morbidity associated with harvest of autogenous iliac crest graft. However, no current commercially available graft equals autogenous bone's osteoinductive and osteoconductive qualities. We reviewed our patients' morbidity after harvest of anterior iliac crest bone grafts for procedures involving the foot and ankle., Methods: A computerized analysis of patient records was undertaken to identify all patients who had a harvest of unicortical iliac crest bone graft during a 12-year period. Patients were contacted either by telephone or by mailed questionnaire, inquiring about the postoperative morbidity of the procedure. Medical records were reviewed for any related complications., Results: Of the 169 patients identified, 134 could be contacted. Follow-up ranged from 1 to 13 years. Not all patients answered every question. At latest follow up, 120 (90%)-patients reported no pain at the bone graft site. Eleven patients complained of persistent residual numbness lateral to the harvest site on the pelvis. Of these 120 patients, 32 (27%) reported that pain at the graft site was greater than the pain at the operative site during the initial postoperative period. No patients had extra hospital days as a result of the bone graft harvest. No deep infections occurred, although 12 (6.7%) of 180 patients had a postoperative hematoma or seroma. Overall, 116 (90%) of 129 patients were satisfied or very satisfied with their bone graft harvest., Conclusions: Harvesting of autogenous iliac crest bone graft provides the optimal bone graft material, yields minimal morbidity, and is an acceptable choice in supplementing surgical procedures on the foot and ankle.
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35. Single stage correction with external fixation of the ulcerated foot in individuals with Charcot neuroarthropathy.
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Farber DC, Juliano PJ, Cavanagh PR, Ulbrecht J, and Caputo G
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- Adult, Aged, Anti-Bacterial Agents administration & dosage, Arthropathy, Neurogenic complications, Arthropathy, Neurogenic diagnostic imaging, Combined Modality Therapy, Debridement methods, Diabetic Foot complications, Diabetic Foot diagnostic imaging, External Fixators, Female, Follow-Up Studies, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Osteotomy instrumentation, Radiography, Retrospective Studies, Risk Assessment, Treatment Outcome, Arthropathy, Neurogenic surgery, Diabetic Foot surgery, Limb Salvage methods, Osteotomy methods
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The ulcerated foot in individuals with Charcot neuroarthropathy presents a complex problem when correction of the deformity is necessary but the presence of infection precludes the use of internal fixation. We reviewed 11 patients with midfoot Charcot neuroarthropathy, collapse, and ulceration who were at risk for amputation. These patients underwent operative debridement, corrective osteotomy, external skeletal fixation and culture-directed antibiotic therapy as a limb salvage procedure. Patients were transitioned from the external fixator (average 57 days) to total contact casting (average 131 days) and all subsequently progressed to therapeutic footwear in 12 to 49 months of follow-up (average 24 months), except one patient whose medical decline resulted in bedrest. We believe that when performed in properly selected patients, this procedure presents an alternative to amputation and, via corrective osteotomy, results in a shoe-able, functional foot that is potentially less prone to ulceration.
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