American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society

From Arthroereisis to Osteoereisis: A Nomenclature Proposal for a Misnamed Surgical Procedure

The surgical procedure currently known as arthroereisis has been performed for decades as a treatment for recurrent talotarsal dislocation sequela in both pediatric and adult populations, yet its name has never been formally challenged despite being etymologically and anatomicall...

Functional Outcomes Following Hallux Sesamoidectomy in Athletic and Non-Athletic Populations at Two-Year Follow-Up

Background: The hallucal sesamoids are 2 small ovoid bones embedded within the flexor hallucis brevis tendon beneath the first metatarsophalangeal joint. Pathology of these structures can significantly impair foot function, resulting in pain, limited mobility, and reduced quality...

Motion-Preserving Salvage for Failed Total Ankle Arthroplasty or Talar AVN: Outcomes of Combined Total Ankle Arthroplasty with Custom 3D-Printed Total Talus Replacement

BACKGROUND: Talar component collapse following total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) and talar avascular necrosis (AVN) with concurrent ankle arthritis represent challenging clinical scenarios. Traditional salvage with tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis sacrifices motion and has nonunion ra...