title: An alternative technique for transosseous calcaneal pinning in external fixation.
abstract: The authors describe a technique in which two 5.5-mm pins are inserted from the posterior aspect of the calcaneus and advanced anteriorly on a slightly convergent vector. The 2 points of fixation, with a 5/8 ring, provide a "steering wheel" effect allowing for leverage and control of the hindfoot and ankle. The construct also allows for offloading of the posterior calcaneus.
authors.affiliation: Department of Podiatry, St. Elizabeth Health Center, Youngstown, OH, USA. ld5353@aol.com
authors.forename: Lawrence A
authors.initials: LA
authors.lastname: DiDomenico
authors.forename: Albert
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Giagnacova
authors.forename: Davina J
authors.initials: DJ
authors.lastname: Cross
authors.forename: Bruce H
authors.initials: BH
authors.lastname: Ziran
mesh_terms: D001858:Bone Nails; D002111:Calcaneus / Q000601:surgery*; D016267:External Fixators; D006801:Humans; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures / Q000379:methods*