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Retrocalcaneal problems.

S I Subotnick1, A J Block

  • 1California College of Podiatric Medicine, San Francisco.

Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
|April 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary
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Conservative treatment, including shoe modifications and orthotics, effectively manages most retrocalcaneal issues. Surgical interventions like calcaneal osteotomies are reserved for specific cases, with less frequency than exostosis resection.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Biomechanics
  • Sports Medicine

Background:

  • Retrocalcaneal problems are common foot conditions.
  • Conservative management is often the first line of treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline conservative and surgical treatment options for retrocalcaneal problems.
  • To provide guidance on when surgical intervention is indicated.

Main Methods:

  • Review of conservative treatment modalities: shoe modification, padding, orthoses, and injection therapy.
  • Discussion of surgical options, including calcaneal osteotomies and exostosis resection.

Main Results:

  • Conservative treatment is effective for the majority of retrocalcaneal issues.

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  • Calcaneal osteotomies have a more limited indication compared to simple exostosis resection.

    • Conclusions:

    • A biomechanical approach with conservative measures is the primary strategy for retrocalcaneal problems.
    • Surgical intervention should be carefully considered based on specific indications.