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Treatment of Ankle Osteoarthritis with Total Ankle Replacement Through a Lateral Transfibular Approach
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Midfoot and forefoot osteoarthritis
Leonid Kalichman1, Gabriela Hernández-Molina2
1Department of Physical Therapy, Recanati School for Community Health Professions, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva 84105, Israel.
Foot (Edinburgh, Scotland)
|July 16, 2014
Summary
Foot osteoarthritis (OA) causes pain and limits function. Current research on midfoot and forefoot OA is limited, with few studies supporting treatment efficacy.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Rheumatology
- Podiatry
Background:
- Foot osteoarthritis (OA) is a significant cause of chronic foot pain.
- OA leads to functional impairment, affecting mobility and quality of life.
Purpose of the Study:
- To comprehensively review existing literature on midfoot and forefoot OA.
- To synthesize current knowledge regarding epidemiology, clinical presentation, and management.
Main Methods:
- Extensive literature search across PubMed, CINAHL, PEDro, and Web of Science (1950-2013).
- Inclusion of cohort, cross-sectional studies, and clinical trials focusing on foot OA.
- Keywords included foot OA, midfoot OA, forefoot OA, and metatarsal OA.
Main Results:
- Significant heterogeneity observed in study designs, radiographic techniques, and OA grading systems.
- Radiographic OA prevalence varies widely (0.1%-61%), influenced by gender, age, and specific joint.
- Age and female gender are key associated factors; structural and mechanical elements also implicated.
Conclusions:
- Current understanding of foot OA relies heavily on observational and small case-control studies.
- Further robust population-based and controlled trials are crucial.
- More research is needed to elucidate risk factors and validate treatment effectiveness.
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