Foot & Ankle Flashcards
What structure divides the body and the neck of the talus?
lateral process of talus
What procedure can be done to prevent recurrence of a diabetic ulcer on the plantar forefoot?
achilles tendon lengthening (achilles can become contracted as a result of diabetes)
What foot deformity is associated with Jones fractures?
cavovarus
What part of the foot can you see dysesthesias after an ankle sprain?
dorsum of foot due to SPN traction injury
What is treatment/precautions of a metatarsal stress fracture?
WBAT in a fracture boot
What is the surgical treatment for a symptomatic bunionette with a high IMA?
midshaft metatarsal osteotomy (distal chevron osteotomy doesn’t get you enough correction when there is a high IMA)
What is difference in outcomes between suprapatellar and infrapatellar tibial nailing?
decrease in malunion with suprapatellar
What is the greatest predictor of postop outcomes after hallux valgus surgery?
position of tibial sesamoid bone
What is treatment for someone with stable midfoot charcot arthropathy who has undergone multiple rounds of total contact casting?
AFO
What is a long term soft tissue complication of cavovarus?
lateral ankle instability (ligaments and peroneal tendons)
What is treatment of cavovarus?
latera
