Foot/Ankle News

Healio highlights some of the most newsworthy research, topics and advancements in orthopedic biologic treatments in 2023. 

Healio revisits the trending orthopedics news, research and topics from our staff’s meeting news coverage in 2023.

Healio highlights the monthly Cover Stories of Orthopedics Today that were published in 2023.

Healio highlights the monthly Surgical Techniques of Orthopedics Today that were published in 2023.

DePuy Synthes has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its TriLEAP lower extremity plating system for use in orthopedic foot and ankle surgery, according to a press release.

In the past decade, MIS foot and ankle procedures have undergone several advancements that make it an excellent option for various procedures.

Although minimally invasive surgery for the foot and ankle has been around for decades, improvements in tools, implants and surgical training combined with a growing body of literature have inspired renewed popularity of these surgeries.

Results published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery showed younger patients had higher rates of complications and implant failure as well as worse functional outcomes after total ankle arthroplasty compared with older patients.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Data presented here showed diabetes may contribute to increased postoperative complications following total ankle arthroplasty.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — In this video, Matthew S. Conti, MD, discusses results that indicate the addition of an isolated brevis to longus tendon transfer may lead to correction of flatfoot deformity.