The Gradual and Acute Correction of Equinus Using External Fixation.
Publication/Presentation Date
10-1-2018
Abstract
Equinus is one of the most common deformities noted in foot and ankle biomechanics that, at times, if not identified and managed properly may lead to significant lower extremity pathology. With that being said, this deformity is also one that may be both underdiagnosed and undertreated. Treatment for equinus can range from conservative therapy to more aggressive surgical therapy. The purpose of this article is to review the clinical workup to properly identify the deformity and to explore the various treatment options for its timely management, which include gradual or acute correction of equinus using external fixation.
Volume
35
Issue
4
First Page
481
Last Page
496
ISSN
1558-2302
Published In/Presented At
Subik, M., Shearer, M., Saleh, A. M., & LaPorta, G. A. (2018). The Gradual and Acute Correction of Equinus Using External Fixation. Clinics in podiatric medicine and surgery, 35(4), 481–496. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cpm.2018.05.007
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
30223955
Department(s)
Department of Surgery
Document Type
Article