Sep 14–20, 2026 · 4 new studies, 4 reviews · Foot & Ankle archive · All weeks
The new Foot & Ankle research The Reduction sent the week of Sep 14–20, 2026, with the week’s most recent reviews, each with a one-line summary.
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Outcomes of early vs delayed medial malleolar fixation in the treatment of open ankle fractures.
In open ankle fractures, early medial malleolar fixation shortened hospital stay and reduced reoperations but carried a higher infection risk, especially in bi/trimalleolar injuries, urging caution in higher-energy fractures.
In 83 diabetic Charcot arthrodesis patients, longer diabetes duration and smoking—not HbA1c or Brodsky classification—were most consistently linked to early postoperative failure.
Outcomes of Iliac Crest Bone-Block Arthrodesis After Failed First MTP Joint Surgery With Bone Loss.
Iliac crest bone-block arthrodesis achieved 97% union and major pain/function gains after failed first MTP joint surgery with bone loss, but complications were common and outcomes worse with comorbidities or larger grafts.
Cadaveric testing showed complete (but not partial) injury to the ATFL's superior fascicle significantly increased internal rotational ankle laxity, supporting use of internal rotation testing for diagnosing ATFL injury.
Lesser Metatarsophalangeal Joint Instability: Nonsurgical Treatment Alternatives.
Reviews nonsurgical options—Achilles stretching, metatarsal offloading, taping, and steroid injections—for managing lesser MTP joint instability, noting injections risk further ligament attenuation.
Metatarsal Pronation in Hallux Valgus Deformity: A Review.
Hallux valgus is increasingly recognized as a multiplanar deformity with metatarsal pronation—seen in up to 87% of cases on CT—driving recurrence risk and guiding supination-focused surgical correction.
Use of Advanced Weightbearing Imaging in Evaluation of Hallux Valgus.
Weightbearing cone beam CT offers more reliable 3D measurements (HV and intermetatarsal angles) than conventional radiographs for evaluating hallux valgus deformity.
Abductor Deficiency-Induced Recurrent Instability After Total Hip Arthroplasty.
This review outlines surgical options—from direct repair to muscle transfers and synthetic augments—for managing abductor deficiency causing recurrent instability after THA.
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