Aug 10–16, 2026 · 4 new studies, 10 reviews · Foot & Ankle archive · All weeks
The new Foot & Ankle research The Reduction sent the week of Aug 10–16, 2026, with the week’s most recent reviews, each with a one-line summary.
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In 545 ankle arthroscopies, sensory nerve complications occurred in 8.4% of cases (mostly superficial peroneal nerve), with smoking and surgical approach as risk factors and less than half achieving full resolution by 13 months.
In patients with chronic ankle instability, delayed peroneal reaction time predicted increased ATFL ligament strain more strongly than peroneal muscle weakness, suggesting rehab should prioritize neuromuscular reaction training.
For teaching Sanders classification of calcaneal fractures, 3D-printed models improved interobserver agreement while CT remained most accurate, and residents preferred VR despite no accuracy benefit.
A modified L-reverse joint-preserving osteotomy for grade II hallux rigidus produced durable radiographic correction and significant clinical improvement (MOxFQ) at minimum 5-year follow-up, with few revisions.
Ankle Instability as a Global Concept.
This review reframes chronic ankle instability as a 'domino effect' causing intra- and extra-articular changes, emphasizing careful clinical exam and stabilization before treating secondary issues, most of which resolve without surgery.
Subtle Syndesmotic Instability.
This review covers diagnosis and management of subtle syndesmotic instability (high ankle sprains), emphasizing physical exam maneuvers, advanced imaging, and arthroscopic stress testing as the diagnostic gold standard.
Advances in Diagnosis and Management of Lateral Ankle Instability: A Review of Current Literature.
This review surveys current diagnostic and nonsurgical treatment advances—including in-office needle arthroscopy—for managing lateral ankle instability and preventing chronicity.
Multidirectional Chronic Ankle Instability: What Is It?
This review discusses multidirectional chronic ankle instability, explaining how underestimated sprains and associated medial or syndesmotic instability contribute to persistent joint dysfunction beyond isolated lateral ligament injury.
Peroneus Longus and Peroneus Brevis: A Review on Pathology and Updated Treatments.
This review outlines peroneal tendon anatomy, pathophysiology, and updated diagnostic and treatment approaches to reduce frequent misdiagnosis of peroneus longus and brevis pathology.
The Surgical Treatment of Brachymetatarsia.
This review outlines three surgical approaches—one-stage lengthening, graft interposition, and gradual callus distraction—for correcting congenital brachymetatarsia based on defect size in children.
An international Delphi consensus (PAASS framework) recommends assessing pain, ankle impairments, athlete perception, sensorimotor control, and sport/functional performance to guide return-to-sport decisions after acute lateral ankle sprain.
Fractures of the Base of the Fifth Metatarsal Bone: A Critical Analysis Review.
Review confirms zone-based classification of fifth metatarsal base fractures guides treatment: zone 1 nonoperative, zone 2 often fixed in athletes, and zone 3 stress fractures favor surgery.
A Foot to Last a Lifetime-Is Hindfoot Fusion Ever Appropriate for Pediatric Orthopaedic Conditions?
This review argues hindfoot fusion in children should be reserved for the most severe, refractory deformities, since it relieves pain but risks adjacent joint degeneration, recurrence, and other long-term complications.
Acute Deltoid Ligament Repair in Ankle Fractures.
This review argues deltoid ligament repair in ankle fractures improves early radiographic outcomes without changing long-term function, but may benefit patients with high fibular fractures, syndesmotic instability, or higher body weight.
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