Early Fixation of Calcaneus Fractures.
The treatment of calcaneus fractures is controversial. Historically, most operatively treated fractures have been approached with a lateral extensile incision requiring delay in operative treatment until swelling has improved. There is a current trend and interest in small incision approaches allowing, and in some cases requiring, earlier operative fixation. Clinical scenarios amenable to consideration for early fixation are reviewed. The sinus tarsi surgical approach and reduction techniques are outlined in detail.
Orthopedic Surgery, Michigan Orthopedic Center, Sparrow Hospital, 2815 South Pennsylvania Avenue, Suite 204, Lansing, MI 48910, USA. Electronic address: foot.trauma@gmail.com.
Michael P
MP
Swords
Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mclaren Greater Lansing, 401 West Greenlawn Avenue, Lansing, MI 48910, USA.
Phillip
P
Penny
D002111:Calcaneus / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D018409:Foot Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D000072039:Fracture Dislocation / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000379:methods*; D005597:Fractures, Open / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D057072:Intra-Articular Fractures / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D000070799:Open Fracture Reduction
Calcaneus; Early fixation; Fracture dislocation; Open calcaneus fractures; Sinus tarsi; Tuberosity avulsion