also known as arthrodesis, involves removing the surface of the ankle joint to allow the two bones of the ankle joint to join, or fuse, together. These bones are the tibia and the talus.

Results presented here showed the use of an allograft, autograft or no biologic adjuvant had equivalent fusion rates and rates of postoperative adverse outcomes in foot and ankle arthrodesis.“What ...

Results showed operative fixation of isolated, closed humeral shaft fractures may lead to improved upper limb function, ...

Fractures of the body of the talus encompass a wide variety of injuries and account for over 25% of all injuries to the talus. [22] No classification scheme categorizes them with clinical ...

The rate of pseudoarthrosis after ankle arthrodesis ... fixation, and open bone grafting for combined bone and soft tissue defects. Free bone grafts were compressed between the tibia and talus ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and lupus both cause joint pain and stiffness. Despite some similarities, it’s easy for doctors to distinguish them. RA has more debilitating effects on the joints.

The Defense Ministry established the Joint Operations Command on March 24 to unify command of Japan’s Ground, Maritime and Air Self-Defense Forces. Its primary goals are to accelerate initial ...

You’ve no doubt heard that staying hydrated is essential for overall health. But if you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA), consuming enough fluids is important for maintaining joints and feeling ...

Arthritis and joint pain can deter many otherwise active older adults from exercising, especially strength training, which can put strain on wrists, hands and knees — common places for arthritis ...

comminuted fracture of the lateral tubercle of the posterior talar process. Ultimately, the arthroscopically assisted reduction and internal fixation resulted in successful fracture healing. In this ...

Lower back and hip pain share some similar causes, including sprains, strains, pinched nerves, arthritis, and sacroiliac joint dysfunction. Each condition also has unique causes that can affect the ...