Scientific Literature Reviews Archives

2018

November 2018

• The Mangled Extremity Score and Amputation: Time for a Revision
  Reviewed By: James D. Barksdale, DPM
  
  Smartphone-Based Mobile Thermal Imaging Technology to Assess Limb Perfusion and Tourniquet Effectiveness Under Normal and Blackout Conditions
  Reviewed By: Shawniece Boss, DPM
  
  High-Grade Osteosarcoma of the Foot: Presentation, Treatment, Prognostic Factors and Outcome of 23 Cooperative Osteosarcoma Study Group COSS Patients
  Reviewed By: Robby J. Caballes, DPM
  
  The Value of Quantitative Histology in the Diagnosis of Fracture-Related Infection
  Reviewed By: Allie P. Cohen, DPM
  
  Patient-Perceived Outcomes After Subtalar Arthroereisis with Bioabsorbable Implants for Flexible Flatfoot in Growing Age: A Four-Year Follow-Up Study
  Reviewed By: Meghan Hurley, DPM
  
  Local Versus Systemic Antibiotics for Surgical Infection Prophylaxis in a Rat Model
  Reviewed By: Stephanie M. Kane, DPM
  
  A Comparative Study of Three Commonly Used Fixation Techniques for Isolated Medial Malleolus Fracture
  Reviewed By: Greg S. Lifferth, DPM
  
  Time to Diagnosis and Treatment of Surgical Site Infections in Foot and Ankle Surgery
  Reviewed By: Magdalena Marcinek, DPM
  
  Cannabinoid Delivery Systems for Pain and Inflammation Treatment
  Reviewed By: Brennan A. Menninger, DPM
  
  Laboratory Risk Indicator for Necrotizing Fasciitis (LRINEC) Score for the Assessment of Early Necrotizing Fasciitis: A Systematic Review of the Literature
  Reviewed By: Harshil Patel, DPM
  
  Ultrasonographic Evaluation of the Early Healing Process After Achilles Tendon Repair
  Reviewed By: Julio D. Perez-Mustelier, DPM
  
  The Coverage of Skin Defects Over the Foot and Ankle Using the Distally Based Sural Neurocutaneous Flaps: Experience of 21 Cases
  Reviewed By: Riley Rampton, DPM
  
  First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Arthrodesis with Two Orthogonal Two-Hole Plates
  Reviewed By: Kevin Tootle, DPM
  
  Lower-Extremity Salvage with Thoracodorsal Artery Perforator Free Flap in Condition of Symmetrical Peripheral Gangrene
  Reviewed By: Nicole S. Zahn, DPM

October 2018

• Is Unilateral Lower-Leg Orthosis with a Circular Foot Unit in the Treatment of Idiopathic Clubfeet a Reasonable Bracing Alternative in the Ponseti Method? Five-Year Results of a Supraregional Pediatric-Orthopaedic Center
  Reviewed By: Amara Abid, DPM
  
  Foot Reconstruction Using a Free Proximal Peroneal Artery Perforator Flap: Anatomical Study and Clinical Application
  Reviewed By: Mahsa AghaJafarim, DPM
  
  Surgical Nerve Decompression for the Treatment of Painful Diabetic Neuropathy of the Foot: A Level 1 Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Ryan Bangart, DPM
  
  Posterior Malleolus in Trimalleolar Ankle Fractures: Malleolus Versus Transyndesmal Fixation
  Reviewed By: Brittany A. Brower, DPM
  
  Postoperative Blood Glucose Levels Predict Infection After Total Joint Arthroplasty
  Reviewed By: Natalia Cardona, DPM
  
  Ankle-Brachial Index, Toe-Brachial Index and Cardiovascular Mortality in Persons with and Without Diabetes Mellitus
  Reviewed By: Yehia Elebrashi, DPM
  
  Readiness for Discharge After Foot and Ankle Surgery Using Peripheral Nerve Blocks: A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Spinal and General Anesthesia as Supplements to Nerve Blocks
  Reviewed By: Rebecca S. Herman, DPM
  
  Nutritional Dermatoses and Its Association with Anemia and Systemic Illness
  Reviewed By: Ashley Jensen, DPM
  
  Timing of Epiphysiodesis to Correct Leg-Length Discrepancy: A Comparison of Prediction Methods
  Reviewed By: Kristopher P. Jerry, DPM
  
  A Biomechanical Comparison of Fifth Metatarsal Jones Fracture Fixation Methods
  Reviewed By: Eric Krznaric, DPM
  
  Postoperative Foot and Ankle MR Imaging
  Reviewed By: Frank L. Narcisi, DPM
  
  Culture of Bone Biopsy Specimens Overestimates Rate of Residual Osteomyelitis After Toe of Forefoot Amputation
  Reviewed By: Bao Tram Nguyen, DPM
  
  Peri-Articular Reconstruction for Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures Utilizing the Ilizarov Method with Orthofix Truelok Circular External Fixator: A Technique Guide and Orthoplastic Considerations
  Reviewed By: Dalton M. Ryba, DPM
  
  Augmented Versus Nonaugmented Repair of Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
  Reviewed By: Jason C. Spector, DPM
  
  Long-Term, Patient-Centered Outcomes of Lower-Extremity Vascular Trauma
  Reviewed By: Christopher Van Damme, DPM
  
  Foot Kinematics Differ Between Runners with and Without a History of Navicular Stress Fractures
  Reviewed By: Danielle Yaros, DPM

September 2018

• A Retrospective Audit of Lesion Excision and Rotation Skin Flap for the Treatment of Intractable Plantar Keratosis
  Reviewed By: Ann Nguyen, DPM
  
  Neglected Tibial Pilon Fractures: Can Arthrodesis Be Avoided?
  Reviewed By: Adel Aitali, DPM
  
  The Ruptured Achilles Tendon Elongates for Six Months After Surgical Repair Regardless of Early or Late Weightbearing in Combination with Ankle Mobilization: A Randomized Clinical Trial
  Reviewed By: Dana M. Berns, DPM
  
  Effect of the Containment Type on Clinical Outcomes in Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus Treated with Autologous Osteochondral Transplantation 
  Reviewed By: Ashley T. Bittar, DPM
  
  Vancomycin Plus Piperacillin-Tazobactam and Acute Kidney Injury in Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
  Reviewed By: John Boyd, DPM
  
  Prevalence of Isolated Gastrocnemius Tightness in Patients with Foot and Ankle Pathology
  Reviewed By: Albert A. Elhiani, DPM
  
  Investigation of the Accuracy of 18 Marketed Blood Glucose Monitors
  Reviewed By: Nathaniel George, DPM
  
  The Role of the Vascular and Structural Response to Activity in the Development of Achilles Tendinopathy: A Prospective Study
  Reviewed By: Johnny C. Huang, DPM
  
  Preoperative Disinfection of Foot and Ankle: Microbiological Evaluation of Two Disinfection Methods
  Reviewed By: Jennifer Kep, DPM
  
  Casting Is Effective for Recurrence Following Ponseti Treatment of Clubfoot
  Reviewed By: Curt J. Martini, DPM
  
  The Presence and Degree of Bone Marrow Edema Influence Midterm Clinical Outcomes After Microfracture for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus
  Reviewed By: Ridhi Mehta, DPM
  
  The Effect of Underdosing Prophylactic Antibiotics in the Care of Open Tibial Fractures
  Reviewed By: Preston Panicco, DPM
  
  Arthroscopically Measured Syndesmotic Stability After Screw vs. Suture Button Fixation in a Cadaveric Model
  Reviewed By: Calvin J. Rushing, DPM
  
  Decreasing an Offloading Device's Size and Offsetting Its Imposed Limb-Length Discrepancy Lead to Improved Comfort and Gait
  Reviewed By: Mithun Sivadasan, DPM
  
  Minimal Invasive Fixation Can Decrease Infection Rates in Diabetic and Obese Patients with Severe Ankle Fracture and Syndesmotic Injury
  Reviewed By: Nathanael T. Smith, DPM
  
  Staged Distraction Osteogenesis followed by Arthrodesis Using Internal Fixation as a Form of Surgical Treatment for Complex Conditions of the Ankle
  Reviewed By: Aasin Tareen, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Debridement of Anterior Ankle Impingement in Patients with Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability
  Reviewed By: Joseph G. Wilson, DPM
  
  The Importance of the Saphenous Nerve Block for Analgesia Following Major Ankle Surgery: A Randomized, Controlled, Double-Blind Study
  Reviewed By: T. Craig Wirt, DPM

August 2018

• Ankle Arthroscopy for Diagnosis of Full-Thickness Talar Cartilage Lesions in the Setting of Acute Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Catlea M. Gorman, DPM
  
  Infection and Rerupture After Surgical Repair of Achilles Tendons
  Reviewed By: Hayley E. Iosue, DPM
  
  Clinical Outcome Following Total Joint Replacement and Arthrodesis for Hallux Rigidus
  Reviewed By: Benjamin M. Kamel, DPM
  
  Clinical Results of Peroneal Tendon Repair in a Retrospective Series of 30 Patients
  Reviewed By: Samantha A. Luer, DPM
  
  Comparison of Peripheral Nerve Blockade Characteristics Between Nondiabetic Patients and Patients Suffering from Diabetic Neuropathy: A Prospective Cohort Study
  Reviewed By: Elizabeth F. Neubauer, DPM
  
  Total Ankle Arthroplasty Versus Ankle Arthrodesis: A Comparison of Outcomes Over the Last Decade
  Reviewed By: Viraj Rathnayake, DPM
  
  Ankle Arthroplasty and Ankle Arthrodesis: Gait Analysis Compared with Normal Controls
  Reviewed By: Derrick Roland, DPM
  
  Primary Versus Secondary Osteochondral Autograft Transplantation for the Treatment of Large Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus
  Reviewed By: Heather H. Schaefbauer, DPM
  
  Perineural Versus Systemic Dexamethasone in Front-Foot Surgery Under Ankle Block: A Randomized Double-Blind Study 
  Reviewed By: Christopher Sullivan, DPM
  
  Not All Polyaxial Locking Screw Technologies Are Created Equal: A Systematic Review of the Literature
  Reviewed By: Audris M. Tien, DPM

July 2018

• Distally Based Sural Neuro-Fasciocutaneous Perforator Flap for Foot and Ankle Reconstruction: Surgical Modifications for Flap Pedicle and Donor Site Closure without Skin Graft
  Reviewed By: Ashley N. Arzadon, DPM
  
  Can the Syndesmosis Procedure Prevent Metatarsus Primus Varus and Hallux Valgus Deformity Recurrence? A Five-Year Prospective Study
  Reviewed By: David Cain, DPM
  
  Functional Outcomes of Syndesmotic Injuries Based on Objective Reduction Accuracy at a Minimum One-Year Follow-Up
  Reviewed By: Christopher J. Collazo, DPM
  
  Nephrotoxicity During Vancomycin Therapy in Combination with Piperacillin-Tazobactam or Cefepime
  Reviewed By: Stephen E. Dunham, DPM
  
  Treatment of Brachymetatarsia Involving the Great Toe
  Reviewed By: Michael E. Hoenig, DPM
  
  Oral Morphine Versus Ibuprofen Administered at Home for Postoperative Orthopaedic Pain in Children: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Josephine P. Lyons, DPM
  
  Primary Versus Secondary Osteochondral Autograft Transplantation for the Treatment of Large Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus
  Reviewed By: Brian Mattison, DPM
  
  Return to Sport After Arthroscopic Autologous Matrix-Induced Chondrogenesis for Patients with Osteochrondral Lesion of the Talus
  Reviewed By: Derek A. McLister, DPM
  
  Sixty Years On: Ponseti Method for Clubfoot Treatment Produces High Satisfaction Despite Inherent Tendency to Relapse
  Reviewed By: Sara R. Millar, DPM
  
  Hallux Valgus Deformity Correction Without Fusion in Children with Cerebral Palsy
  Reviewed By: Kevin Ragothaman, DPM
  
  Suture Fixation of an Akin Osteotomy: A Cost-Effective and Clinically Reliable Technique
  Reviewed By: Robert A. Rawski, DPM
  
  Timing of Surgical Reduction and Stabilization of Talus Fracture-Dislocations
  Reviewed By: Louis Reper II, DPM
  
  Comparison of Intermediate to Long-Term Outcomes of Total Ankle Arthroplasty in Ankles with Preoperative Varus, Valgus and Neutral Alignment
  Reviewed By: Rachel Ross, DPM
  
  Osteomyelitis of the Lower Extremity: Pathophysiology, Imaging and Classification, with an Emphasis on Diabetic Foot Infection
  Reviewed By: Sergio A. Salazar, DPM
  
  The Incidence of Complications Is Low Following Foot and Ankle Surgery for Which Peripheral Nerve Blocks Are Used for Postoperative Pain Management
  Reviewed By: Brian Schenavar, DPM
  
  Modified Scarf Osteotomy with Medial Capsule Interposition for Hallux Valgus in Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Study of Cases Including Severe First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Destruction
  Reviewed By: Sagar A. Shah, DPM
  
  The Effects of Vitamin D Supplementation on Wound Healing and Metabolic Status in Patients with Diabetic Foot Ulcer: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Jordan L. Sullivan, DPM
  
  Radiotracer Imaging Allows for Noninvasive Detection and Quantification of Abnormalities in Angiosome Foot Perfusion in Diabetic Patients with Critical Limb Ischemia and Nonhealing Wounds
  Reviewed By: Nicholas M. Williams, DPM

June 2018

• Effect of Static Foot Posture on the Dynamic Stiffness of Foot Joints During Walking
  Reviewed By: Jayson N. Atves, DPM
  
  Retrospective Cohort Analysis of Pedal Procedures in the Thrombocytopenic Patient
  Reviewed By: Vorice M. Batts, DPM
  
  A Comparative Analysis of the Efficacy of Topical Phenytoin with Conventional Wound Dressing in Healing of Diabetic Foot Ulcers
  Reviewed By: Cathy T. Chuang, DPM
  
  Diabetic Foot: Surgical Approach in Emergency
  Reviewed By: Candace Criscione, DPM
  
  The Role of Serum Procalcitonin, Interleukin-6 and Fibrinogen Levels in Differential Diagnosis of Diabetic Foot Ulcer Infection
  Reviewed By: Emily Curley, DPM
  
  A Meta-analysis of the Impact of Aspirin, Clopidogrel and Dual Antiplatelet Therapy on Bleeding Complications in Noncardiac Surgery
  Reviewed By: Crystal Gunsch, DPM
  
  Idiopathic Toe Walking: Prevalence and Natural History from Birth to 10 Years of Age
  Reviewed By: David C. Hatch Jr., DPM
  
  Aspirin or Rivaroxaban for VTE Prophylaxis After Hip or Knee Arthroplasty
  Reviewed By: Nooreen Ibrahim, DPM
  
  Treatment Failure and Leg Amputation Among Patients with Foot Osteomyelitis
  Reviewed By: Samuel G. Kellner, DPM
  
  Reconstruction of the Heel, Middle Foot Sole and Plantar Forefoot with the Medial Plantar Artery Perforator Flap: Clinical Experience with 28 Cases
  Reviewed By: Virginia E. Parks, DPM
  
  A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial of The Fibular Nail Versus Standard Open Reduction and Internal Fixation for Fixation of Ankle Fractures in Elderly Patients
  Reviewed By: Vlad Sauciuc, DPM
  
  Retrospective Comparison of the Low-Risk Ankle Rules and the Ottawa Ankle Rules in a Pediatric Population
  Reviewed By: Garret L. Strand, DPM
  
  Flexor Digitorum Longus Tendon Transfer to the Navicular: Tendon-to-Tendon Repair Is Stronger Compared with Interference Screw Fixation
  Reviewed By: Annie P. Stroze, DPM
  
  Differential Motion and Compression Between the Plantaris and Achilles Tendons. A Contributing Factor to Midportion Achilles Tendinopathy?
  Reviewed By: Nam T. Tran, DPM

May 2018

• Long-Term Results After Extensive Soft-Tissue Release in Very Severe Congenital Clubfeet
  Reviewed By: Joel Ang, DPM
  
  A New Mobile Application for Standardizing Diabetic Foot Images
  Reviewed By: Najwah S. Hayman, DPM
  
  The Effects of Vitamin D Supplementation on Wound Healing and Metabolic Status in Patients with Diabetic Foot Ulcer: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Gavin Lee, DPM
  
  The Effect of Time to Postoperative Weightbearing on Functional and Clinical Outcomes in Adults with a Displaced Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fracture: A Systematic Review and Pooled Analysis
  Reviewed By: David Liou, DPM
  
  Midterm Follow-Up of Patients with Hindfoot Arthrodesis with Retrograde Compression Intramedullary Nail in Charcot Neuroarthropathy of the Hindfoot
  Reviewed By: Garrett A. Melick, DPM
  
  Subchondral Bone Degradation After Microfracture for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus: An MRI Analysis
  Reviewed By: Stephanie Mita, DPM
  
  Predictors of Delayed Wound Healing After Successful Isolated Below-the-Knee Endovascular Intervention in Patients with Ischemic Foot Wounds
  Reviewed By: Ashmi H. Patel, DPM
  
  Three-Year Follow-Up of a Trial of Close Contact Casting vs. Surgery for Initial Treatment of Unstable Ankle Fractures in Older Adults
  Reviewed By: Phillip M. Savage, DPM
  
  Biomechanical Factors Associated with Achilles Tendinopathy and Medial Tibal Stress Syndrome in Runners
  Reviewed By: Daniel Stewart, DPM
  
  Optimization of Surgical Outcome in Lower-Extremity Nerve Decompression Surgery
  Reviewed By: Andrew Yang, DPM

April 2018

• Allgöwer-Donati Versus Vertical Mattress Suture Technique Impact on Perfusion in Ankle Fracture Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial Using Intraoperative Angiography
  Reviewed By: Vanessa Cardenas, DPM  

  Functional Outcomes of Symptomatic Implant Removal Following Ankle Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation
  Reviewed By: Anson Chu, DPM
  
  A Prospective, Multicenter, Open-Label, Single-Arm Clinical Trial for Treatment of Chronic Complex Diabetic Foot Wounds with Exposed Tendon and/or Bone: Positive Clinical Outcomes of Viable Cryopreserved Human Placental Membrane
  Reviewed By: Rebecca V. DeSimone, DPM
  
  Influence of Multidrug-Resistant Organism on the Outcome of Diabetic Foot Infection
  Reviewed By: Ajay K. Ghai, DPM
  
  Pilot Assessment of the Angiosome Concept by Intraoperative Fluorescence Angiography After Tibial Bypass Surgery
  Reviewed By: Timothy D. Greene, DPM
  
  The Dangers of Electrosurgical Smoke to Operating Room Personnel: A Review
  Reviewed By: Todd A. Hasenstein, DPM

  Reconstruction for Chronic Achilles Tendinopathy: Comparison of Flexor Hallucis Longus (FHL) Transfer Versus V-Y Advancement
  Reviewed by: Jonathan Lee, DPM
  
  Flexible Adult Acquired Flatfoot Deformity Comparison Between Weightbearing and Nonweightbearing Measurements Using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography
  Reviewed By: Laura Y. Lee, DPM
  
  Reverse Sural Flap for Ankle and Heel Soft-Tissues Reconstruction
  Reviewed By: Wesley Maurice Leong, DPM
  
  Open Treatment of Ankle Fracture as Inpatient Increases Risk of Complication
  Reviewed By: Jenna M. Lohre, DPM
  
  Effect of Posterior Malleolus Fracture on Syndesmotic Reduction: A Cadaveric Study
  Reviewed By: Spruha Magodia, DPM
  
  Added Value of Preoperative Computed Tomography for Determining Cartilage Degeneration in Patients with Osteochondral Lesions of the Talar Dome
  Reviewed By: Sara A. Naguib, DPM
  
  Safety of Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Patients with Cardiac Devices
  Reviewed By: Kevin P. Patel, DPM
  
  Epidemiology of Navicular Injury at the NFL Combine and Their Impact on an Athlete's Prospective NFL Career
  Reviewed By: Blayne K. Patton, DPM
  
  Comparison of Treatment Outcomes of Arthrodesis and Two Generations of Ankle Replacement Implants 
  Reviewed By: Kyung Seo, DPM
  
  Randomized Trial Comparing Suture Button with Single Syndesmotic Screw for Syndesmotic Injury
  Reviewed By: Shyam A. Sheth, DPM
  
  Effect of Antibiotic Prophylaxis of Surgical Site Infections Following Removal of Orthopaedic Implants Used for Treatment of Foot, Ankle and Lower-Leg Fractures: A Randomized Clinical Trial
  Reviewed By:  Hyun W. Shim, DPM
  
  Toe Pressures Are Superior to Duplex Parameters in Predicting Wound Healing following Toe and Foot Amputations
  Reviewed By: Jennifer A. Skolnik, DPM
  
  Incidence and Risk Factors for Surgical Site Infection After Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Ankle Fracture: A Retrospective Multicenter Study
  Reviewed By: Paul J. Whitehouse, DPM

March 2018

• Antibiotics and Open Fractures of The Lower Extremity: Less Is More
  Reviewed By: Devon W. Consul, DPM
  
  Trends in Complication Rates Following Ankle Arthrodesis and Total Ankle Replacement
  Reviewed By: Candice N. Cooper, DPM
  
  Mid- to Long-Term Results of Total Ankle Replacement In Patients with Hemophilic Arthropathy: A 10-Year Follow-Up
  Reviewed By: Joseph M. Greschner, DPM
  
  Flexible Adult Acquired Flatfoot Deformity: Comparison Between Weightbearing and Nonweightbearing Measurements Using Cone-Bean Computed Tomography
  Reviewed By: Chandana Halaharvi, DPM
  
  Sports and Recreational Activities Following Total Ankle Replacement
  Reviewed By: Jason P. Havey, DPM
  
  Added Value of Preoperative Computed Tomography for Determining Cartilage Degeneration in Patients with Osteochondral Lesions of the Talar Dome
  Reviewed By: Kurt A. Kibler, DPM
  
  Randomized Trial Comparing Suture Button with Single Syndesmotic Screw for Syndesmosis Injury
  Reviewed By: Rona W. Law, DPM
  
  Comparative Study of Surgical and Conservative Treatments for Fifth Metatarsal Base Avulsion Fractures (Type I) in Young Adults or Athletes
  Reviewed By: Vincent H. Mandas, DPM
  
  In-Hospital Complications Following Ankle Arthrodesis Versus Ankle Arthroplasty
  Reviewed By: Stephanie P. Means, DPM
  
  Implant Failure Rates and Cost Analysis of Contoured Locking Versus Conventional Plate Fixation of Distal Fibula Fractures
  Reviewed By: Marcus P. Richardson, DPM
  
  Ultrasound Characteristics of the Achilles Tendon in Tophaceous Gout: A Comparison with Age- and Sex-Matched Controls
  Reviewed By: Nisha N. Shah, DPM
  
  Therapeutic Effects of Doxycycline on the Quality of Repaired and Unrepaired Achilles Tendons
  Reviewed By: Eric So, DPM
  
  Comparison of Treatment Outcomes of Arthrodesis and Two Generations of Ankle Replacement Implants
  Reviewed By: Tyler J. Veldkamp, DPM
  
  Comparison of the Outcome of Total Ankle Arthroplasty for Osteoarthritis with Moderate and Severe Varus Malalignment and That with Neutral Alignment
  Reviewed By: Michelle L. Winder, DPM

February 2018

• Effect of High-Volume Injection; Platelet-Rich Plasma and Sham Treatment in Chronic Midportion Achilles Tendinopathy: A Randomized Double-Blinded Prospective Study
  Reviewed By: Vikram A. Bala, DPM
  
  Exercise Interventions for the Improvement of Falls-Related Outcomes Among Older Adults with Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses
  Reviewed By: Lisa D. Breshears, DPM
  
  Effect of Oral Pregabalin as Preemptive Analgesic in Patients Undergoing Lower-Limb Orthopaedic Surgeries Under Spinal Anaesthesia
  Reviewed By: Cathy T. Chuang, DPM
  
  Suture Button Fixation Versus Syndesmotic Screws in Supination-External Rotation Type 4 Injuries: A Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
  Reviewed By: Jeffrey M. Demian, DPM
  
  Lower Complication Rate and Faster Return to Sports in Patients with Acute Syndesmotic Rupture Treated with a New Knotless Suture Button Device
  Reviewed By: Patrick M. Donovan, DPM
  
  Impact of Computed Tomography on Operative Planning for Ankle Fractures Involving the Posterior Malleolus
  Reviewed By: Albert A. Elhiani, DPM
  
  Muscle Deficits in Rheumatoid Arthritis Contribute to Inferior Cortical Bone Structure and Trabecular Bone Mineral Density
  Reviewed By: Matthew Fernandez, DPM
  
  Comparison of Treatment Outcomes of Arthrodesis and Two Generations of Ankle Replacement Implants
  Reviewed By: Gregory A. Foote, DPM
  
  Intraoperative Frozen Section Histology: Matched for Musculoskeletal Infection Society Criteria
  Reviewed By: Richard C. Harris III, DPM

  Multimodal Analgesia in Foot and Ankle Surgery
  Reviewed By: Amanda M. Kohut, DPM
  
  Intramedullary and Intra-Osseous Arthrodesis of the Hallux Metatarsophalangeal Joint 
  Reviewed By: Isin Mustafa, DPM
  
  Efficiency of Locking-Plate Fixation in Isolated Talonavicular Fusion
  Reviewed By: Keval G. Parikh, DPM
  
  The Effect of Foot Exercises on Wound Healing in Type 2 Diabetic Patients with a Foot Ulcer
  Reviewed By: Michael J. Price, DPM
  
  Biomechanical Comparison of Intramedullary Fibular Nail Versus Plate and Screw Fixation
  Reviewed By: Pegah Samouhi, DPM
  
  Generalized Ligamentous Laxity Is an Independent Predictor of Poor Outcomes After the Modified Broström Procedure for Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability
  Reviewed By: Nathanael T. Smith, DPM
  
  Outcomes and Complications of Percutaneous Versus Open Repair of Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture: A Meta-Analysis
  Reviewed By: Mark Vaughn, DPM

January 2018

• Pain Relief After Operative Treatment of an Extremity Fracture: A Noninferiority Randomized Controlled Trial 
  Reviewed By: Jessica Brodie, DPM
  

  Correlating Preoperative MRI Measurements of Metatarsal Osteomyelitis with Surgical Clear Margins Reveals the Need from 1 Centimeter Resection Margin 
  Reviewed By: David Cheskis, DPM
  
  Anatomical Reconstruction of the Fourth Brachymetatarsia with One-Stage Iliac Bone and Cartilage Cap Grafting 
  Reviewed By: Peter A. Ferrante, DPM

  Anatomic Delineation of Tarsal Tunnel Innervation via Ultrasonography 
  Reviewed By: Michael Huchital, DPM
  
  Concurrent Arthroscopic Osteochondral Lesion Treatment and Lateral Ankle Ligament Repair Has No Substantial Effect on the Outcome of Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability 
  Reviewed By: Nooreen Ibrahim, DPM
  
  Sports and Recreational Activities Following Total Ankle Replacement 
  Reviewed By: Christopher A. Jules, DPM
  
  Bioabsorbable Magnesium Versus Standard Titanium Compression Screws for Fixation of Distal Metatarsal Osteotomies: Three-Year Results of a Randomized Clinical Trial 
  Reviewed By: Jason Kim, DPM
  
  Professional Athletes' Return to Play and Performance After Operative Repair of an Achilles Tendon Rupture 
  Reviewed By: Lenny Nguyen, DPM
  
  A Radiologic Classification of Talocalcaneal Coalitions Based on 3D Reconstruction 
  Reviewed By: Brian Schenavar, DPM
  
  Functional Outcome After Calcaneus Fractures: A Comparison Between Polytrauma Patients and Isolated Fractures 
  Reviewed By: Jonathan Shih, DPM
  
  Heel-Rise Height Deficit One Year After Achilles Tendon Rupture Relates to Changes in Ankle Biomechanics Six Years After Injury 
  Reviewed By: Garret L. Strand, DPM
  
  Five-Year Outcomes After Treatment for Acute Instability of the Tibiofibular Syndesmosis Using a Suture Button Fixation System 
  Reviewed By: Anne P. Stroze, DPM

2017

December 2017

• A Prospective Study on the Effect of Sport Specialization on Lower-Extremity Injury Rates in High School Athletes
  Reviewed By: Jason N. Birkel, DPM
  
  A Prospective Study of Four Total Ankle Arthroplasty Implants by Non-Designer Investigators
  Reviewed By: Christopher L. Clement, DPM
  
  Performance and Return to Sport After Achilles Tendon Repair in National Football League Players
  Reviewed By: Kyle D. Durfey, DPM
  
  Medial External Fixation for Staged Treatment of Closed Calcaneus Fractures: Surgical Technique and Case Series
  Reviewed By: Catlea M. Gorman, DPM
  
  Habitual Minimalist Shod Running Biomechanics and the Acute Response to Running Barefoot
  Reviewed By: Stacey Helland, DPM
  
  Subradiographic Foot and Ankle Fractures and Bone Contusions Detected by MRI in Elite Ice Hockey Players
  Reviewed By: Brian Hiapo, DPM
  
  A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Dexamethasone and Clonidine as Adjuvants to a Ropivacaine Sciatic Popliteal Block for Foot Surgery
  Reviewed By: Amanda L. Killeen, DPM
  
  Bone-Block Arthrodesis Procedure in Failures of First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Replacement
  Reviewed By: Rosabel Loya, DPM
  
  Hindfoot Arthritis Progression and Arthrodesis Risk After Total Ankle Replacement
  Reviewed By: Samantha A. Luer, DPM
  
  Postoperative Fever in Orthopaedic Surgery: How Effective is the "Fever Workup?"
  Reviewed By: Elizabeth F. Neubauer, DPM
  
  Angiographic Assessment of Atherosclerotic Load at the Lower Extremity in Patients with Diabetic Foot and Charcot Neuro-Arthropathy
  Reviewed By: David M. Pagnanelli, Jr., DPM
  
  Percutaneous Treatment of Hallux Valgus: What's the Evidence? A Systematic Review
  Reviewed By: Kelly C. Parks, DPM
  
  Debridement and Functional Rehabilitation for Achilles Tendon Infection Following Tendon Repair
  Reviewed By: Sandeep P. Patel, DPM
  
  Compression Stockings in the Management of Fractures of the Ankle: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Riley L. Pett, DPM
  
  Quantification of the Ossification of the Lateral Cuneiform in the Feet of Young Children with Unilateral Congenital Talipes Equinovarus
  Reviewed By: Lauren E. Pruner, DPM
  
  Rate of and Risk Factors for Intermediate-Term Reoperation After Ankle Fracture Fixation: A Population-Based Cohort Study
  Reviewed By: Heather H. Schaefbauer, DPM
  
  The Recognition and Incidence of Peroneal Tendon Dislocation Associated with a Fracture of the Talus
  Reviewed By: Riddhi M. Shah, DPM
  
  Tendon Length, Calf Muscle Atrophy and Strength Deficit After Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture
  Reviewed By: Ryan Supon, DPM

November 2017

• "One-Step" Bone Marrow-Derived Cells Transplantation and Joint Debridement for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus in Ankle Osteoarthritis: Clinical and Radiological Outcomes at 36 Months 
  Reviewed By: Stephen F. Alayli, DPM
  
  Activity Level and Function Two Years After Anterior Talofibular Ligament Repair: A Comparison Between Arthroscopic Repair and Open Repair Procedures
  Reviewed By: Jamey A. Allen, DPM
  
  Fat Graft and Bone Wax Interposition Provides Better Functional Outcomes and Lower Reossification Rates Than Extensor Digitorum Brevis After Calcaneonavicular Coalition Resection
  Reviewed By: Joel Ang, DPM
  
  Similar Anatomical Reduction and Lower Complication Rates with the Sinus Tarsi Approach Compared with the Extended Lateral Approach in Displaced Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures 
  Reviewed By: Meltem Ates, DPM
  
  Endoscopic Versus Open Excision of Os Trigonum for the Treatment of Posterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome in an Athletic Population. A Randomized Controlled Study with Five-Year Follow-Up
  Reviewed By: Najwah S. Hayman, DPM
  
  Molecular Diagnostic Techniques for Onychomycosis: Validity and Potential Application
  Reviewed By: David Liou, DPM
  
  Systematic Quantification of Stabilizing Effects of Subtalar Joint Soft-Tissue Constraints in a Novel Cadaveric Model
  Reviewed By: Garrett A. Melick, DPM
  
  Effect of Postoperative Toradol Administration on Bone Healing After Ankle Fracture Fixation
  Reviewed By: Adam J. Oxios, DPM
  
  Soleus Atrophy Is Common After the Nonsurgical Treatment of Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures: A Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Surgical and Nonsurgical Functional Treatments
  Reviewed By: Raffaella R. Pascarella, DPM
  
  Active Controlled Motion in Early Rehabilitation Improves Outcome After Ankle Fractures: A Randomized Control Trial
  Reviewed By: Viraj Rathnayake, DPM
  
  Medial Clamp Tine Positioning Affects Ankle Syndesmosis Malreduction
  Reviewed By: Calvin J. Rushing, DPM

October 2017

• Similar Anatomical Reduction and Lower Complication Rates with the Sinus Tarsi Approach Compared with the Extended Lateral Approach in Displaced Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures
  Reviewed By: Christopher J. Betrus, DPM
  
  Fragility Fractures of the Ankle in the Elderly: Open Reduction and Internal Fixation Verses Tibio-Talo-Calcaneal Nailing: Short-Term Results of a Prospective Randomized-Controlled Study
  Reviewed By: Geoffrey B. Cady, DPM
  
  Surgical Treatment of Stage II Posterior Tibialis Tendon Dysfunction: 10-Year Clinical and Radiographic Results
  Reviewed By: Anthony M. Chesser, DPM
  
  Recurrence of Hallux Valgus Can Be Predicted from Immediate Postoperative Nonweightbearing Radiographs
  Reviewed By: Ellen B. Colgan, DPM; Emily Keeter, DPM
  
  Tracking Cumulative Radiation Exposure in Orthopaedic Surgeons and Residents: What Dose Are We Getting?
  Reviewed By: Christopher J. Forsbach, DPM
  
  Does Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy Influence Subjacent Bacterial Growth? A Systematic Review
  Reviewed By: Travis M. Johnson, DPM
  
  The Third International Consensus Definitions for Sepsis and Septic Shock (Sepsis-3)
  Reviewed By: Leslie Joseph, DPM
  
  Fluoroscopy-Guided Reduction and Fibular Nail Fixation to Manage Unstable Ankle Fractures in Patients with Diabetes: A Retrospective Cohort Study
  Reviewed By: Anne M. Maestas, DPM; Robert A. Djali, DPM
  
  Activity Level and Function Two Years After Anterior Talofibular Ligament Repair: A Comparison Between Arthroscopic Repair and Open Repair Procedures
  Reviewed By: Timothy P. McConn, DPM
  
  Serial Radiographs Do Not Change the Clinical Course of Nonoperative Stable OTA/AO 44-B1 Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Andrew J. Ott, DPM
  
  Ratio of Range of Motion of the Ankle and Surrounding Joints After Total Ankle Replacement
  Reviewed By: Elizabeth P. Parry, DPM
  
  Safety, Efficacy and Cost-Effectiveness of Tranexamic Acid in Orthopaedic Surgery
  Reviewed By: Jay J. Patel, DPM; Joshua Rawa, DPM
  
  Survival of the Scandinavian Total Ankle Replacement (STAR): Results of 10 to 19 Years Follow-Up
  Reviewed By: Sham J. Persaud, DPM
  
  Soleus Atrophy Is Common After the Nonsurgical Treatment of Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures: A Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Surgical and Nonsurgical Functional Treatments
  Reviewed By: Cason M. Quinn, DPM
  
  Ankle Arthroscopy: An Update
  Reviewed By: Brittany R. Staples, DPM; Neil A. Ermitano, DPM
  
  Gravity Stress Radiographs and the Effect of Ankle Position on Deltoid Ligament Integrity and Medial Clear Space Measurements
  Reviewed By: Hassan M. Usmani, DPM
  
  Change in Talar Translation in the Coronal Plane After Mobile-Bearing Total Ankle Replacement and Its Association with Lower-Limb and Hindfoot Alignment
  Reviewed By: Joshua J. Wilder, DPM
  
  Association of the Modified Frailty Index with 30-Day Surgical Readmission
  Reviewed By: Jesse R. Wolfe, DPM

September 2017

• Potential of Circulatory Procalcitonin as a Biomarker Reflecting Inflammation among South Indian Diabetic Foot Ulcers
  Reviewed By: Joshua D. Adams, DPM
  
  Outcomes of Prolotherapy for Intra-tendinous Achilles Tears: A Case Series
  Reviewed By: Anish Y. Amin, DPM
  
  Functional Outcomes Post Lisfranc Injury - Transarticular Screws, Dorsal Bridge Plating or Combination Treatment?
  Reviewed By: Aniela Cordoba, DPM
  
  Enhanced Removal of Phenol with Lidocaine vs Alcohol: An In Vitro Study
  Reviewed By: Kevin Garfield, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Assisted Ankle Arthrodesis: A Retrospective Study of 32 Cases
  Reviewed By: Sarah L. Hilton, DPM
  
  Anatomical Footprint of the Tibialis Anterior Tendon: Surgical Implications for Foot and Ankle Reconstruction
  Reviewed By: Meghan Hurley, DPM 
  
  Ratio of Range of Motion of the Ankle and Surrounding Joints after Total Ankle Replacement: A Radiographic Cohort Study
  Reviewed By: Ryan D. Moss, DPM
  
  Podiatry Intervention Versus Usual Care to Prevent Falls in Care Homes: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial (the PIRFECT Study)
  Reviewed By: Sharon M. Overall, DPM
  
  Recurrence of Hallux Valgus Can be Predicted from Immediate Postoperative Non-Weight-Bearing Radiograph Radiographs
  Reviewed By: Riley Rampton, DPM
  
  Heal Rate of Metatarsal Fractures: A Propensity-matching Study of Patients Treated with Low-intensity Pulsed Ultrasound (LIPUS) vs. Surgical and Other Treatments
  Reviewed By: Jeffrey E. Stych, DPM
  
  Complications and Functional Outcomes After Pantalar Dislocation
  Reviewed By: Eric L. Woolley, DPM

August 2017

• Corticosteroid Injection for Morton's Neuroma with or Without Ultrasound Guidance: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Michelle L. Dole, DPM
  
  Ultrasound-Guided Steroid Tendon Sheath Injections in Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: A 10-Year Single-Center Retrospective Study
  Reviewed By: Jason P. Havey, DPM
  
  Value of Stress Ultrasound for the Diagnosis of Chronic Ankle Instability Compared to Manual Anterior Drawer Test, Stress Radiography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Arthroscopy
  Reviewed By: Stephanie P. Means, DPM
  
  Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Procedures in Pain Medicine: A Review of Anatomy, Sonoanatomy and Procedures Part VI: Ankle Joint
  Reviewed By: Ashton J. Nelsen, DPM
  
  Differential Impact of Bypass Surgery and Angioplasty on Angiosome-Targeted Infrapopliteal Revascularization
  Reviewed By: Elizabeth A. Sanders, DPM
  
  Ultrasound-Guided Dry Needling with Percutaneous Paratenon Decompression for Chronic Achilles Tendinopathy
  Reviewed By: Matthew Tschudy, DPM
  
  Acute Ultrasonography Investigation to Predict Reruptures and Outcomes in Patients with an Achilles Tendon Rupture
  Reviewed By: Tyler J. Veldkamp, DPM
  
  Mini-Invasive Floating Metatarsal Osteotomy for Resistant or Recurrent Neuropathic Plantar Metatarsal Head Ulcers
  Reviewed By: Amy A. Wong, DPM

July 2017

• Foot Syndactyly: A Clinical and Demographic Analysis 
   Reviewed By: Jana Balas, DPM

  Complications and Functional Outcomes After Pantalar Dislocation
  Reviewed By: Natalia Cardona, DPM
  
  Ratio of Range of Motion of the Ankle and Surrounding Joints After Total Ankle Replacement
  Reviewed By: Kristopher P. Jerry, DPM
  
  Foot and Ankle Reconstruction Using the Distally Based Sural Artery Flap Versus the Medial Plantar Flap: A Comparative Study
  Reviewed By: Candace J. Masso, DPM
  
  Randomized Controlled Trial on Effectiveness of Intermittent Serial Casting on Spastic Equinus Foot in Children with Cerebral Palsy After Botulinum Toxin-A Treatment
  Reviewed By: Sohan P. Patel, DPM
  
  Anatomical Reconstruction of the Fourth Brachymetatarsia with One-Stage Iliac Bone and Cartilage Cap Grafting
  Reviewed By: Emily Sanphy, DPM
  
  Vascularized Pedicle Bone-Grafting from the Cuboid for Talar Osteonecrosis: Results of a Novel Salvage Procedure
  Reviewed By: Vilayvanh Saysoukha, DPM, MS
  
  Peroneal Flap: Clinical Application and Cadaveric Study
  Reviewed By: Michelle T. Suh, DPM

June 2017

• Dynamic Stress Testing Is Unnecessary for Unimalleolar Supination-External Rotation Ankle Fractures with Minimal Fracture Displacement on Lateral Radiographs
  Reviewed By: Mohomad Al-Sawah, DPM
  
  Ulcer Piercing: A Novel Drainage Technique for Patients Living with Diabetes and Complicated Foot
  Reviewed By: Brian C. Carbonell, DPM
  
  The Effectiveness of Felt Padding for Offloading Diabetes-Related Foot Ulcers, At Baseline and After One Week of Wear
  Reviewed By: Ahmad T. Elhaouli, DPM
  
  Congenital Idiopathic Talipes Equinovarus Before and After Walking Age: Observations and Strategy of Treatment from a Series of 88 Cases
  Reviewed By: Stephanie R. Florence, DPM
  
  Effect of Local Insulin Injection on Wound Vascularization in Patients with Diabetic Foot Ulcers
  Reviewed By: Tyler C. Floyd, DPM
  
  Local Antibiotic Therapy to Reduce Infection After Operative Treatment of Fractures at High Risk of Infection: A Multicenter, Randomized, Controlled Trial (VANCO Study)
  Reviewed By: JennaLou Hollnagel, DPM
  
  The Use of Local Vancomycin Powder in Degenerative Spine Surgery
  Reviewed By: Harshil Patel, DPM
  
  Perceived Social Support Moderates the Relationship Between Activities of Daily Living and Depression After Lower-Limb Loss
  Reviewed By: Sneha Anil Patel, DPM
  
  An Analysis of Two Fusion Methods for the Treatment of Osteomyelitis Following Fractures About the Ankle
  Reviewed By: Priya Samant, DPM
  
  Microsurgical Reconstruction of Traumatic Lower-Extremity Defects in the Pediatric Population
  Reviewed By: Meaghan C. Stoinski, DPM
  
  Extraskeletal Myxoid Chondrosarcoma of the Foot Clinically Mimicking Plantar Fibromatosis
  Reviewed By: Kevin Tootle, DPM
  
  Is the Arthroscopic Transillumination Test Effective in Localizing the Superficial Peroneal Nerve?
  Reviewed By: Wyatt I. Wiedenfeld, DPM

May 2017

• Dynamic Stress Testing Is Unnecessary for Unimalleolar Supination-External Rotation Ankle Fractures with Minimal Fracture Displacement on Lateral Radiographs
  Reviewed By: Vanessa Cardenas, DPM
  
  Carbondioxide-Aided Angiography Decreases Contrast Volume and Preserves Kidney Function in Peripheral Vascular Interventions
  Reviewed By: Amanda L. Crowell, DPM
  
  Uphill Walking: Biomechanical Demand on the Lower Extremities of Obese Adolescents
  Reviewed By: Jordan P. Deliman, DPM
  
  Efficacy and Safety of Acellular Dermal Matrix in Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
  Reviewed By: Timothy D. Greene, DPM
  
  Revascularization Surgery: Its Efficacy for Limb Salvage in Diabetic Foot
  Reviewed By: Todd A. Hasenstein, DPM
  
  Close Contact Casting vs. Surgery for Initial Treatment of Unstable Ankle Fractures in Older Adults: A Randomized Control Trial
  Reviewed By: Michael F. Kelly, DPM
  
  Platelet-Rich Plasma for Treatment of Clean Diabetic Foot Ulcers
  Reviewed By: Shawn B. Khademi, DPM
  
  Partial Calcanectomy and Ilizarov External Fixation May Reduce Amputation Need in Severe Diabetic Ulcers
  Reviewed By: Jenna M. Lohre, DPM
  
  How to Get to the Distal Posterior Tibial Malleolus? A Cadaveric Anatomic Study Defining the Access Corridors Through Three Different Approaches
  Reviewed By: Whitney Ellis McConnell, DPM
  
  Association Between Diabetes, Obesity and Short-Term Outcomes Among Patients Surgically Treated for Ankle Fracture
  Reviewed By: Sara A. Naguib, DPM
  
  Evaluation of First-Ray Mobility in Patients with Hallux Valgus Using Weightbearing CT and a 3-D Analysis System
  Reviewed By: Kevin P. Patel, DPM
  
  Effect of Oral Nutritional Supplementation on Wound Healing in Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Julie K. Riley, DPM
  
  Early Weightbearing and Range of Motion Versus Nonweightbearing and Immobilization After Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Unstable Ankle Fractures: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Laura E. Sansosti, DPM
  
  Donor Site Morbidity After Lateral Ankle Ligament Reconstruction Using Anterior Half of the Peroneus Longus Tendon Autograft
  Reviewed By: Benjamin M. Saviet, DPM
  
  3-D Computer Modeling of Malunited Posterior Malleolar Fracture: Effect of Fragment Size and Offset on Ankle Stability, Contact Pressure and Pattern
  Reviewed By: Kyung I. Seo, DPM
  
  Salto Talaris Total Ankle Arthroplasty  Clinical Results at a Mean of 5.2 Years in 78 Patients by a Single Surgeon
  Reviewed By: Shyam A. Sheth, DPM

April 2017

• Ultrasound-Guided Gastrocnemius Recession: A New Ultra-Minimally Invasive Surgical Technique 
  Reviewed By: Ben Blodgett, DPM
  
  A Randomized Controlled Study to Compare Conventional and Evidence-Based Treatment Protocols in Fresh Compound Fractures
  Reviewed By: Russell Carlson, DPM
  
  Recurrent Advanced Lower-Extremity Lymphedema Following Initial Successful Vascularized Lymph Node Transfer: A Clinical and Histopathological Analysis
  Reviewed By: Alexander D. Garza, DPM
  
  Quality of Life in Bilateral vs. Unilateral End-Stage Ankle Arthritis and Outcomes of Bilateral vs. Unilateral Total Ankle Replacement
  Reviewed By: Timothy A. Graeser, DPM
  
  Managing Missed Lower-Extremity Compartment Syndrome in the Physiologically Stable Patient: A Systematic Review and Lessons from a Level I Trauma Center
  Reviewed By: Rai Kang, DPM
  
  Surgical Treatment of Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome in Pediatric Patients
  Reviewed By: Lara Kozin, DPM
  
  Clinical and Functional Outcomes of Acute Lower-Extremity Compartment Syndrome at a Major Trauma Hospital
  Reviewed By: Alissa Kuizinas, DPM
  
  Total Ankle Arthroplasty vs. Ankle Arthrodesis: A Comparative Analysis of Arc of Movement and Functional Outcomes
  Reviewed By: Caitlin Miner, DPM
  
  Tibiotalocalcaneal Arthrodesis with Headless Compression Screws
  Reviewed By: Hima Patel, DPM
  
  The Impact of Lifestyle Risk Factors on the Rate of Infection After Surgery for a Fracture of the Ankle
  Reviewed By: Sarah Richards, DPM
  
  Allgower-Donati vs. Vertical Mattress Suture Technique Impact of Perfusion in Ankle Fracture Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial Using Intraoperative Angiography
  Reviewed By: Kyler Thomas, DPM
  
  Incidence and Epidemiology of Foot and Ankle Injuries in Elite Collegiate Athletes
  Reviewed By: Brett P. Vessell, DPM

March 2017

• Estimation of Drug Absorption in Antibiotic-Soaked Bone Grafts
  Reviewed By: John Borzok, DPM
  
  The Association Between Mild Intraoperative Hypotension and Stroke in General Surgery Patients
  Reviewed By: Sarah J. Daigle, DPM
  
  Outcomes of One Straight-Line Flow with and Without Pedal Arch in Patients with Critical Limb Ischemia
  Reviewed By: Caleb Davis, DPM
  
  Incidence and Epidemiology of Foot and Ankle Injuries in Elite Collegiate Athletes
  Reviewed By: John Dresser, DPM
  
  Clinical Effects of Single or Double Tibial Artery Revascularization in Critical Limb Ischemia Patients with Tissue Loss
  Reviewed By: Melissa Millili, DPM
  
  Preoperative Radiography Versus Computed Tomography for Surgical Planning for Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Alan C. Stuto, DPM
  
  Shorter Recovery Can Be Achieved from Using Walking Boot After Operative Treatment of an Ankle Fracture
  Reviewed By: Brandon Tucker, DPM
  
  Free Medial Plantar Flap Connection with a Posterior Tibial Artery Flap in Reconstruction of Fore-Mid Foot Skin Defect
  Reviewed By: Meredith Ward, DPM
  
  Clinical Outcomes of Nonunions of Hindfoot and Ankle Fusions
  Reviewed By: Carolyn Winters, DPM
  
  Toward a More Robust Prediction of Pulmonary Embolism in Trauma Patients: A Risk Assessment Model Based on 38,000 Patients
  Reviewed By: Lisa Zhang, DPM

February 2017

• Not All Patients with Critical Limb Ischaemia Require Revascularization

  Reviewed By: Adam J. Badaczewski, DPM

   Incidence of Reoperation and Wound Dehiscence in Patients Treated for Peroneal Tendon Dislocations: Comparison Between Osteotomy versus Soft-Tissue Procedures
  Reviewed By: Ashley Finn, DPM

  Randomized, Prospective Comparison of Bioabsorbable and Steel Screw Fixation of Lisfranc Injuries
  Reviewed By: Jordan Hoachlander, DPM

January 2017

• Diagnosis and Treatment of Talar Dislocation Fractures Illustrated by Three Case Reports and Review of Literature
  Reviewed By: Alex Button, DPM
  
  Adipofascial Fold-Down Flaps Based on the Posterior Tibial Artery Perforator to Cover the Medial Foot and Ankle Defects
  Reviewed By: Kelley Rouse, DPM

2016

December 2016

• A Prospective Randomized Trial Comparing Surgical and Nonsurgical Treatments of Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures
  Reviewed By: Corey Bess, DPM
  
  Modified Broström Procedure for Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability in Patients with Generalized Joint Laxity
  Reviewed By: Anson Chu, DPM
  
  Trends in Complication Rates Following Ankle Arthrodesis and Total Ankle Replacement
  Reviewed By: James Foster, DPM
  
  Talar Osteonecrosis Related to Adult Sickle Cell Disease: Natural Evolution from Early to Late Stages
  Reviewed By: Chandana Halaharvi, DPM
  
  Ponseti Treatment of Rigid Residual Deformity in Congenital Clubfoot After Walking Age
  Reviewed By: Cailin Makar, DPM
  
  Association Between Achilles Tightness and Lower Extremity Injury in Children
  Reviewed By: Vincent Mandas, DPM
  
  Safety and Outcomes of Inpatient Compared with Outpatient Surgical Procedures for Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Huy Nguyen, DPM
  
  Predictors of Nonunion and Infectious Complications in Patients with Posttraumatic Subtalar Arthrodesis
  Reviewed By: Chetapon Nopachinda, DPM
  
  A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Dexamethasone and Clonidine as Adjuvants to a Ropivacaine Sciatic Popliteal Block for Foot Surgery
  Reviewed By: Jessica L. Olson, DPM
  
  Membrane Induced Osteogenesis in the Management of Posttraumatic Bone Defects
  Reviewed By: Nathaniel Preston, DPM
  
  A Prospective Randomized Multicenter Trial Comparing Clinical Outcomes of Patients Treated Surgically with a Static or Dynamic Implant for Acute Ankle Syndesmosis Rupture
  Reviewed By: Kevin Renner, DPM
  
  Percutaneous External Fixator Pins with Bactericidal Micron-Thin sol-gel Films for the Prevention of Pin Tract Infection
  Reviewed By: Marcus Richardson, DPM
  
  A New Approach for Reconstruction of Diabetic Foot Wounds Using the Angiosome and Supermicrosurgery Concept
  Reviewed By: Nisha N. Shah, DPM
  
  Return to Training and Playing After Acute Lisfranc Injuries in Elite Professional Soccer and Rugby Players
  Reviewed By: Eric So, DPM
  
  Does Open Reduction and Internal Fixation versus Primary Arthrodesis Improve Patient Outcomes for Lisfranc Trauma? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
  Reviewed By: Matthew Wilson, DPM

November 2016

• Subcutaneous Pedicle V-Y Flap for Release of Incomplete Congenital Syndactyly
  Reviewed By: Yana Akselrud, DPM
  
  Ischemic Limb Gangrene with Pulses
  Reviewed By: Jessica Brodie, DPM
  
  The Importance of Sufficient Graft Material in Achieving Foot or Ankle Fusion
  Reviewed By: David Farnen, DPM
  
  Outcomes of Lisfranc Injuries in the National Football League
  Reviewed By: Peter Ferrante, DPM
  
  A Prospective Randomized Trial Comparing Surgical and Nonsurgical Treatments of Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures
  Reviewed By: Sam Gervais, DPM
  
  Radiographic Anatomy of the Pediatric Lisfranc Joint
  Reviewed By: Catlea M. Gorman, DPM
  
  Blood Glucose Levels Following Intra-Articular Steroid Injections in Patients with Diabetes: A Systematic Review
  Reviewed By: Mark Goss, DPM
  
  Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis with Botulinum Toxin: A Randomized, Controlled Study
  Reviewed By: Fahd Moeez, DPM
  
  The Role of Outpatient Visit After Operative Treatment of Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Heather Schaefbauer, DPM
  
  A Novel Algorithm for Isolated Weber B Ankle Fractures: A Retrospective Review of 51 Nonsurgically Treated Patients
  Reviewed By: Katherine R. Schnell, DPM

October 2016

• Clinical Outcomes and Development of Symptomatic Osteoarthritis Two to 24 Years After Surgical Treatment of Tarsometatarsal Joint Complex Injuries
  Reviewed By: Cherreen Tawancy, DPM
  
  Gait Patterns in Children with Limb Length Discrepancy
  Reviewed By: Matthew Snow, DPM
  
  A Novel Algorithm for Isolated Weber B Ankle Fractures: A Retrospective Review of 51 Nonsurgically Treated Patients
  Reviewed By: Julie Rosner, DPM
  
  Direct Repair of Chronic Achilles Tendon Ruptures Using Scar Tissue Located Between the Tendon Stumps
  Reviewed By: Kayla O'Malley, DPM
  
  Percutaneous Repair of Achilles Tendon Rupture in Athletic Population
  Reviewed By: Isin Mustafa, DPM
  
  Debridement and Functional Rehabilitation for Achilles Tendon Infection Following Tendon Repair
  Reviewed By: Mary Martin, DPM
  
  Risk Factors for Foot Amputation in Patients Hospitalized for Diabetic Foot Infection
  Reviewed By: Yerusalem Lanier, DPM
  
  The Importance of Sufficient Graft Material in Achieving Foot or Ankle Fusion
  Reviewed By: Rachel Hutchins, DPM
  
  Cortical Bone Thickness of the Distal Part of the Tibia Predicts Bone Mineral Density
  Reviewed By: Samuel Hall, DPM
  
  Autologous Fat Grafting for Pedal Fat Pad Atrophy: A Prospective Randomized Clinical Trial
  Reviewed By: Daniel Halayko, DPM
  
  Postoperative Pain and Preemptive Local Anesthetic Infiltration in Hallux Valgus Surgery
  Reviewed By: Farid Didari, DPM
  
  Talar Osteonecrosis Related to Adult Sickle Cell Disease: Natural Evolution from Early to Late Stages
  Reviewed By: Jeffrey Demian, DPM
  
  Correcting of Pronated Feet Reduce Skeletal Muscle Injury in Young Women with Biomechanical Abnormalities
  Reviewed By: Brett Chatman, DPM
  
  Effect of Physical Therapy on Wound Healing and Quality of Life in Patients with Venous Leg Ulcers: A Systematic Review
  Reviewed By: Paul Carroll, DPM
  
  Role of Determinants of Adherence to Off-Loading in Diabetic Foot Ulcer Healing: A Prospective Investigation
  Reviewed By: Lisa D. Breshears, DPM

September 2016

• Direct Repair of Chronic Achilles Tendon Ruptures Using Scar Tissue Located Between the Tendon Stumps
  Reviewed By: Syed A. Ahmed, DPM
  
  Autologous Fat Grafting for Pedal Fat Pad Atrophy: A Prospective Randomized Clinical Trial
  Reviewed By: Byron Collier, DPM
  
  Rotational Dynamics of the Talus in a Normal Tibiotalar Joint as Shown by Weightbearing Computed Tomography     
  Reviewed By: Dunja Delevska, DPM
  
  Outcomes and Complications After Open Versus Posterior Arthroscopic Subtalar Arthrodesis in 121 Patients
  Reviewed By: Daniel Hansen, DPM
  
  Reconstruction of Neglected Achilles Tendon Ruptures with Gastrocnemius Flaps: Excellent Results in Long-Term Follow-Up
  Reviewed By: Timothy Karthas, DPM
  
  Treatment of Congenital Vertical Talus: Comparison of Minimally Invasive and Extensive Soft-Tissue Release Procedures at Minimum Five-Year Follow-up
  Reviewed By: Elena Manning, DPM
  
  Recovery from a First-Time Lateral Ankle Sprain and the Predictors of Chronic Ankle Instability: A Prospective Cohort Analysis
  Reviewed By: Michael Matthews, DPM
  
  AbobotulinumtoxinA for Equinus Foot Deformity in Cerebral Palsy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Bryon McKenna, DPM
  
  Clinical Outcomes and Development of Symptomatic Osteoarthritis Two to 24 Years After Surgical Treatment of Tarsometatarsal Joint Complex Injuries
  Reviewed By: Jacqueline Prevete, DPM
  
  Effects of Implant-Associated Osteomyelitis on Cefuroxime Bone Pharmacokinetics: Assessment in a Porcine Model
  Reviewed By: Kristin Visco, DPM

August 2016

• A Single-Incision Fasciotomy for Compartment Syndrome of the Lower Leg
  Reviewed By: Kevin J. Denis, DPM
  
  Does the Fibula Need to Be Fixed in Complex Pilon Fractures?     
  Reviewed By: Benjamin Elgamil, DPM
  
  Clinical Outcomes and Development of Symptomatic Osteoarthritis Two to 24 Years After Surgical Treatment of Tarsometatarsal Joint Complex Injuries
  Reviewed By: Adam Falivene, DPM
  
  Introduction of a New Locking Nail for Treatment of Intraarticular Calcaneal Fractures
  Reviewed By: Ted C. Lai, DPM
  
  The Influence of Patient Age and Bone Mineral Density on Osteotomy Fixation Stability After Hallux Valgus Surgery: A Biomechanical Study
  Reviewed By: Ryan David Moss, DPM
  
  Tissue Bioengineering in the Treatment of Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Talus in Children with Open Physis: Preliminary Results
  Reviewed By: Zeno Pfau, DPM
  
  Minimally Invasive Versus Open Surgery for Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture: A Systematic Review of Overlapping Meta-Analysis
  Reviewed By: Olga Shvets, DPM
  
  The Measurement and Clinical Importance of Syndesmotic Reduction After Operative Fixation of Rotational Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Abigail Smith, DPM
  
  Medial to Posterior Release Procedure After Failure of Functional Treatment in Clubfoot: A Prospective Study  
  Reviewed By: Lara Whitford, DPM
  
  Clinical and MRI Outcomes After Surgical Treatment of Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus in Skeletally Immature Children
  Reviewed By: Eric Woolley, DPM

July 2016

• Multidisciplinary Approach to Soft-Tissue Reconstruction of the Diabetic Charcot Foot
  Reviewed By: Bret Brennan, DPM
  
  Fasciotomy for Deep Posterior Compartment Syndrome in the Lower Leg: A Prospective Study    
  Reviewed By: Colby Carlson, DPM
  
  How to Approach the Pediatric Flatfoot
  Reviewed By: Mina M. Hanna, DPM
  
  Repair of Chronic Tibialis Anterior Tendon Ruptures
  Reviewed By: Anissa Hashemi-Awwal, DPM
  
  Surgical Management for Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome of the Leg: A Systematic Review of the Literature
  Reviewed By: Khoa Nguyen, DPM
  
  Perioperative Vitamin D Levels Correlate with Clinical Outcomes After Ankle Fracture Fixation  
  Reviewed By: Alison Migonis, DPM
  
  Supramalleolar Osteotomy With or Without Fibular Osteotomy for Varus Ankle Arthritis
  Reviewed By: Timothy Miller, DPM
  
  Abductor Digiti Minimi Muscle Flap Transfer to Prevent Wound Healing Complications after ORIF of Calcaneal Fractures
  Reviewed By: Michelle Allen Morse, DPM
  
  Ligament Reconstruction with Single Bone Tunnel Technique for Chronic Symptomatic Subtle Injury of the Lisfranc Joint in Athletes
  Reviewed By: Raymond Lee, DPM
  
  Oral Prednisolone in Treatment of Acute Gout: A Pragmatic, Multicenter, Double Blind and Randomized Trial
  Reviewed By: Timmy Truong, DPM
  
  A Randomized, Double Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Injected Capsaicin for Pain in Morton's Neuroma
  Reviewed By: Chelsea Viola, DPM

June 2016

• Efinaconazole Topical Solution, 10 Percent, for the Treatment of Mild and Moderate Toenail Onychomycosis
  Reviewed By: Sapan H. Amin, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Debridement of the Ankle for Mild to Moderate Osteoarthritis: A Midterm Follow-up Study in Former Professional Soccer Players
  Reviewed By: Arian Ashkan, DPM
  
  Return to Sport Following Acute Lateral Ligament Repair of the Ankle in Professional Athletes
  Reviewed By: Christine Nguyen, DPM
  
  Composite Skin Grafting with Human Acellular Dermal Matrix Scaffold for Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: David Collard, DPM
  
  An Ankle-Foot Orthosis With a Lateral Extension Reduces Forefoot Abduction in Subjects With Stage II Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction
  Reviewed By: Steve Huynh, DPM
  
  Effects of Taping and Orthoses on Foot Biomechanics in Adults with Flat-Arched Feet
  Reviewed By: Eghosa Isa, DPM
  
  Continuous Popliteal Sciatic Nerve Block Versus Single Injection Nerve Block for Ankle Fracture Surgery: A Prospective Randomized Comparative Trial
  Reviewed By: Todd Jaramillo, DPM
  
  Arterial Anatomy of the Posterior Tibial Nerve in the Tarsal Tunnel
  Reviewed By: Christopher Juels, DPM
  
  Effect of Naproxen Prophylaxis on Heterotrophic Ossification Following Hip Arthroscopy: A Double-Blind Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Caroline Kiser, DPM
  
  Activity Level and Function After Lateral Ankle Ligament Repair Versus Reconstruction
  Reviewed By: Duc Nguyen, DPM
  
  "A to P" Screw Versus Posterolateral Plate for Posterior Malleolus Fixation in Trimalleolar Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Innjea S. Park, DPM
  
  Amputation in Patients With Complex Regional Pain Syndrome: A Comparative Study Between Amputees and Non-Amputees With Intractable Disease
  Reviewed By: Gregory Schwartz, DPM
  
  Characteristics and Treatment of Cutaneous Melanoma of the Foot
  Reviewed By: Sophia Solomon, DPM
  
  Outcomes and Complications After Open Versus Posterior Arthroscopic Subtalar Arthrodesis in 121 Patients
  Reviewed By: Ashleigh E. Wells, DPM
  
  Conversion of Tibiotalar Arthrodesis to Total Ankle Arthroplasty
  Reviewed By: James Whelan, DPM

May 2016

• Activity Level and Function After Lateral Ankle Ligament Repair Versus Reconstruction
  Reviewed By: Joseph H. Bahn, DPM
  
  Suture Button Fixation Treatment of Chronic Lisfranc Injury in Professional Dancers and High-Level Athletes
  Reviewed By: Anthony Chesser, DPM
  
  Augmented Compared with Nonaugmented Surgical Repair After Total Achilles Rupture: Results of a Prospective Randomized Trial with Thirteen or More Years of Follow-up
  Reviewed By: Michael Corpuz, DPM
  
  Vascular Considerations in Foot and Ankle Free Tissue Transfer: Analysis of 231 Free Flaps
  Reviewed By: Lisa Grant-McDonald, DPM
  
  Augmented Compared with Nonaugmented Surgical Repair After Total Achilles Rupture: Results of a Prospective Randomized Trial with Thirteen or More Years of Follow-up
  Reviewed By: Michael A. Howell, DPM
  
  Débridement and Autologous Lipotransfer for Chronic Ulceration of the Diabetic Foot and Lower Limb Improves Wound Healing
  Reviewed by: Archibald J. Loch, DPM
  
  Activity Level and Function After Lateral Ankle Ligament Repair Versus Reconstruction
  Reviewed by:  Timothy P. McConn, DPM
  
  Efficacy of the Modified Broström Procedure for Adolescent Patients With Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability
  Reviewed By: Sham Persaud, DPM
  
  Arterial Anatomy of the Posterior Tibial Nerve in the Tarsal Tunnel
  Reviewed By: Pegah Samouhi, DPM
  
  Chronic Plantar Fasciitis: Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma, Corticosteroid, and Placebo
  Reviewed By: Tamer Younan, DPM

April 2016

• Initial Correction Predicts the Need for Secondary Achilles Tendon Procedures in Patients With Idiopathic Clubfoot Treated With Ponseti Casting
  Reviewed By: David Arens, DPM
  
  Cost-effectiveness of Confirmatory Testing Before Treatment of Onychomycosis
  Reviewed By: Nicholas A. Ciotola, DPM
  
  Sonographically Guided Posterior Subtalar Joint Injections via the Sinus Tarsi Approach
  Reviewed By: Zachary Criswell, DPM
  
  Long-Term Results of Tibialis Anterior Tendon Transfer for Relapsed Idiopathic Clubfoot Treated with the Ponseti Method: A Follow-up of Thirty-seven to Fifty-five Years
  Reviewed By: Michelle Dole, DPM
  
  The Effectiveness of the Ponseti Method for Treating Clubfoot Associated with Arthrogryposis: Up to 8 Years Follow-up
  Reviewed By: Jason Havey, DPM
  
  Modified Ponseti Method of Treatment for Correction of Neglected Clubfoot in Older Children and Adolescents - A Preliminary Report
  Reviewed By: Ashton J. Nelsen, DPM
  
  Treatment of Clubfoot With Ponseti Method Using Semirigid Synthetic Softcast
  Reviewed By: Jackie Pham, DPM
  
  Risk Factors for Thromboembolic Events After Surgery for Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Alan C. Stuto, DPM  
  
  Association Between Chronic Osteomyelitis and Risk of End-Stage Renal Disease: A Nationwide Population-Based Cohort Study
  Reviewed By: Brandon Tucker, DPM
  
  Factors Associated With Increased Risk of Clubfoot: A Norwegian National Cohort Analysis
  Reviewed By: Tyler Veldkamp, DPM
  
  Addition of Mesenchymal Stem Cells to Autologous Platelet-Enhanced Fibrin Scaffolds in Chondral Defects: Does It Enhance Repair?
  Reviewed By: J. Adrian Wright, DPM
  
  Determinants of Survival and Major Amputation After Peripheral Endovascular Intervention for Critical Limb Ischemia
  Reviewed By: Lisa Zhang, DPM

March 2016

• Local Injection of Aminoglycosides for Prophylaxis Against Infection in Open Fractures
  Reviewed By: Samantha Baker, DPM
  
  Compliance of Patients Wearing an Orthotic Device or Orthopedic Shoes: A Systematic Review
  Reviewed By: Robert Craig, DPM
  
  A Trial of Wound Irrigation in the Initial Management of Open Fracture Wounds
  Reviewed By: Van Dao, DPM
  
  Sural Versus Perforator Flaps for Distal Medial Leg Wounds
  Reviewed By: Ryan Goldfine, DPM
  
  Conversion of Tibiotalar Arthrodesis to Total Ankle Arthroplasty
  Reviewed By: Milana Gordon, DPM
  
  Ultrasound-Guided Nerve Block with Botulinum Toxin Type A for Intractable Neuropathic Pain
  Reviewed By: Melissa Hurwitz, DPM
  
  Management of End-Stage Ankle Arthritis: Cost-Utility Analysis Using Direct and Indirect Costs
  Reviewed By: Nicholas Posge, DPM
  
  Six-Week Versus Twelve-Week Antibiotic Therapy for Nonsurgically Treated Diabetic Foot Osteomyelitis: A Multicenter Open-Label Controlled Randomized Study
  Reviewed By: Ashley Varner, DPM

February 2016

• February 2016

  Kinesio Taping Does Not Decrease Swelling in Acute, Lateral Ankle Sprain of Athletes: A Randomised Trial
  Reviewed By: Jacob Bartoszek, DPM
  
  Comparison of Proximal and Distal Oblique Second Metatarsal Osteotomies with Varying Achilles Tendon Tension: Biomechanical Study in a Cadaver Model
  Reviewed By: Ali Ghorbanifarajzadeh, DPM
  
  Treatment of Chronic Plantar Ulcer of the Diabetic Foot Using an Irremovable Windowed Fiberglass Cast Boot: Prospective Study 177 Patients
  Reviewed By: Ariel Lepoff, DPM
  
  The Impact of Obesity on the Outcome of Total Ankle Replacement
  Reviewed By: Anthony Romano, DPM
  
  Treatment of Extended Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus with a Free Vascularised Bone Graft from the Medial Condyle of the Femur
  Reviewed By: Kaitlyn L. Ward, DPM

January 2016

• Medium-Term Outcomes of Mosaicplasty Versus Arthroscopic Microfracture With or Without Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment Of Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus
  Reviewed By: Sam Bazrafshan, DPM
  
  Preliminary Results of the Induced Membrane Technique for the Reconstruction of Large Bone Defects
  Reviewed By: Ashley Bowles, DPM
  
  Rehabilitation After Immobilization for Ankle Fracture. The EXACT Randomized Clinical Trial
  Reviewed By: Tyler Floyd, DPM
  
  Pathogenesis of Fifth Metatarsal Fractures in College Soccer Players
  Reviewed By: JennaLou Hollnagel, DPM
  
  Results and Complications of Operative and Non-operative Navicular Fracture Treatment
  Reviewed By: Jennifer A. Lipman, DPM
  
  Wii Fit Exercise Therapy for the Rehabilitation of Ankle Sprains: Its Effect Compared With Physical Therapy or no Functional Exercises At All
  Reviewed by: Raffaella Pascarella, DPM
  
  Morbidity and Mortality Associated with Geriatric Ankle Fractures: A Medicare Part A Claims Database Analysis 
  Reviewed By: Donny Sellenriek, DPM

2015

December 2015

• Fluoroscopic Radiation Exposure - Are We Protecting Ourselves Adequately?
  Reviewed By: David Bentley, DPM
  
  Does Arthrodesis of the First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Correct the Intermetatarsal M1M2 Angle? Analysis of a Continuous Series of 208 Arthrodesis Fixed with Plate
  Reviewed by: Shanique Bingham, DPM
  
  Does Ankle Aspiration for Acute Ankle Fractures Result in Pain Relief? A Prospective Randomized Double-Blinded Placebo Controlled Trial
  Reviewed by: Yitzchak Cohen, DPM
  
  Ray Amputation for the Treatment of Foot Macrodactyly in Children
  Reviewed By:  Benjamin Harkess, DPM
  
  Rehabilitation Regimen After Surgical Treatment of Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures: A Systemic Review with Meta-Analysis
  Reviewed By: Mitch Hulbert, DPM
  
  Does Regional Anesthesia Improve the Quality of Postoperative Pain Management and the Quality of Recovery in Patients Undergoing Operative Repair of Tibia and Ankle Fractures?
  Reviewed by: Andrew Pavelescu, DPM
  
  A Double-Blind, Randomized Controlled Trial of the Prevention of Clinically Important Venous Thromboembolism After Isolated Lower Leg Fractures
  Reviewed by: Robert Rawski, DPM
  
  Dislocation is a Risk Factor for Poor Outcome after Supination External Rotation Type Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Jennifer Seifert, DPM

November 2015

• Factors Predictive of Second Recurrence in Clubfeet Treated by Ponseti Casting
  Reviewed by: Anthony Chesser, DPM
  
  Results of Surgical Management of Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Ankle in the Pediatric and Adolescent Populations
  Reviewed by: Samantha DelRegno D.P.M.
  
  The Scarf Osteotomy With Minimally Invasive Lateral Release for Treatment of Hallux Valgus Deformity: Intermediate and Long-Term Results
  Reviewed by: Osayamen Edigin, DPM
  
  Determinants of Survival and Major Amputation After Peripheral Endovascular Intervention for Critical Limb Ischemia     
  Reviewed by: Lisa Grant-McDonald, DPM
  
  Anatomic Reconstruction With a Semitendinosus Allograft for Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability
  Reviewed by: Michael A. Howell, DPM
  
  In Vivo Syndesmotic Overcompression After Fixation of Ankle Fractures With a Syndesmotic Injury
  Reviewed by: Alissa Kuizinas, DPM
  
  Does Joint Architecture Influence the Nature of Intra-articular Fractures?
  Reviewed by: Andrew H. Litchfield, DPM
  
  A New Form of Surgical Treatment for Patients With Avascular Necrosis of the Talus and Secondary Osteoarthritis of the Ankle
  Reviewed by: Timothy P. McConn, DPM
  
  Comparison of Arthroscopic Microfracture for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus With and Without Subchondral Cyst
  Reviewed by: Adam Nowland, DPM
  
  The Impact of Risk Assessment on the Implementation of Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis in Foot and Ankle Surgery
  Reviewed by: Paul A. Osemene, DPM
  
  The Scarf Osteotomy with Minimally Invasive Lateral Release for Treatment of Hallux Valgus Deformity
  Reviewed by: Kirten S. Parekh, DPM
  
  Optimal Management of High-Energy Pilon Fractures
  Reviewed by: Hima Patel, DPM
  
  Lateral Tibiocalcaneal Angle As a Determinant for Percutaneous Achilles Tenotomy for Idiopathic Clubfeet
  Reviewed by: Alexander R. Pérez, DPM
  
  Reverse Sural Fasciocutaneous Flap With a Cutaneous Pedicle to Cover Distal Lower Limb Soft Tissue Defects: Experience of 109 Clinical Cases
  Reviewed by: Sham Persaud, DPM
  
  Minimally Invasive-Percutaneous Surgery - Recent Developments of the Foot Surgery Techniques
  Reviewed by: Nadia Shah, DPM

October 2015

• October 2015
  
  Anticoagulant Complications in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 
  Reviewed by: Sarah Breakstone, DPM
  
  Rates and Predictors of Readmission after Minor Lower Extremity Amputations
  Reviewed by: Zachary Criswell, DPM
  
  Limb Salvage Surgery Following Resection of a Melanoma: Foot and Ankle Reconstruction Using Cutaneous Flaps
  Reviewed by: Adam Falivene, DPM
  
  Vitamin C to Prevent Complex Regional Pain Syndrome in Patients With Distal Radius Fractures: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials   
  Reviewed by: Gary Gansen, DPM
  
  Prospective Comparison of Subtalar Arthroereisis with Lateral Column Lengthening for Painful Flatfeet
  Reviewed by: Joseph Genualdi, DPM
  
  Comparison of Arthrodesis with Total Contact Casting for Midfoot Ulcerations Associated with Charcot Neuroarthropathy
  Reviewed by: Melissa Hurwitz, DPM
  
  Cost Consequence Analysis of Implementing the Low Risk Ankle Rule in Emergency Departments
  Reviewed by: Hannah Johnk, DPM
  
  The Scarf Osteotomy with Minimally Invasive Lateral Release for Treatment of Hallux Valgus Deformity
  Reviewed By: Merrell Kauwe, DPM
  
  Isolated Gastrocnemius Recession for Achilles Tendinopathy: Strength and Functional Outcomes
  Reviewed by: Amyn Lakhani, DPM
  
  Rate of Correction and Recurrence of Ankle Valgus in Children Using a Transphyseal Medial Malleolar Screw
  Reviewed by: Sonia Mvuemba, DPM
  
  Plating for intra-articular calcaneal fractures ... Is it an overkill?
  Reviewed by: Olga Shvets, DPM
  
  Prospective Randomized Comparison of Locked Plates Versus Nonlocked Plates for the Treatment of High-Energy Pilon Fractures
  Reviewed by: Jeeten Singha, DPM
  
  Comparison of Screw Fixation with Elastic Fixation Methods in Treatment of Syndesmosis Injuries in Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed by: Alan Stuto, DPM
  
  Natural History of Sensory Nerve Recovery After Cutaneous Nerve Injury Following Foot and Ankle Surgery
  Reviewed by: Brandon L. Tucker, DPM
  
  Hydrogen-Rich Saline Attenuates Skin Ischemia/Reperfusion Induced Apoptosis via Regulating Bax/Bcl-2 Ratio and Ask-1/Jnk Pathway
  Reviewed by: Sasha Valdizan, DPM
  
  Scarf-Akin Osteotomy for Hallux Valgus in Juvenile and Adolescent Patients
  Reviewed by: Lara Whitford, DPM
  
  Preoperative Radiographic and CT Findings Predicting Syndesmotic Injuries in Supination-External Rotation-Type Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed by: Lisa Zhang, DPM

September 2015

• September 2015
  
  Mid- to Long-Term Outcome of 96 Corrective Hindfoot Fusions in 84 Patients with Rigid Flatfoot Deformity
  Reviewed by: Ari Changizi, DPM
  
  Ultrasound-Guided Single-Penetration Dual-Injection Block For Leg and Foot Surgery: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind Study
  Reviewed by: Brett C. Chatman, DPM
  
  Clinically Relevant Effectiveness of Focused Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in the Treatment of Chronic Plantar Fasciitis
  Reviewed by: Michael Corpuz, DPM
  
  Long-Term Results of Tibialis Anterior Tendon Transfer for Relapsed Idiopathic Clubfoot Treated with the Ponseti Method: A Follow Up of Thirty-Seven to Fifty-Five Years      
  Reviewed by: David A. Engorn, DPM
  
  Pediatric Triplane Ankle Fractures: Impact of Radiographs and Computed Tomography on Fracture Classification and Treatment Planning
  Reviewed by: Tiffany K. Hoh, DPM
  
  Heavy Slow Resistance Versus Eccentric Training as Treatment for Achilles Tendinopathy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed by: Pegah Samouhi, DPM
  
  Use of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy on Closed Surgical Incision After Total Ankle Arthroplasty
  Reviewed by: Pegah Samouhi, DPM
  
  Isolated Gastrocnemius Recession for Achilles Tendinopathy: Strength and Functional Outcomes
  Reviewed by: Cherreen H Tawancy, DPM
  
  The Impact of Obesity on the Outcome of Total Ankle Replacement
  Reviewed by: David Vieweger, DPM
  
  Proximal Opening Wedge Osteotomy with Wedge-Plate Fixation Compared with Proximal Chevron Osteotomy for the Treatment of Hallux Valgus
  Reviewed by: Tamer Younan, DPM

August 2015

• August 2015
  
  Intermediate-Term Follow-up After Ankle Distraction for Treatment of End-Stage Osteoarthritis
  Reviewed by: Mina Baskhron, DPM
  
  Long-Term Results of Tibialis Anterior Tendon Transfer for Relapsed Idiopathic Clubfoot Treated With Ponseti Method 
  Reviewed by: Stephanie Fields, DPM
  
  The Validation Of A Diagnostic Rule For Gout Without Joint Fluid Analysis: A Prospective Study 
  Reviewed by: Allen Fung, DPM
  
  Effects of Thai Foot Massage on Balance Performance in Diabetic Patients with Peripheral Neuropathy:  A Randomized Parallel-Controlled Trial     
  Reviewed by: Zara Hercules, DPM
  
  Microvascular Anastomosis Using Fibrin Glue and Venous Cuff in Rat Carotid Artery
  Reviewed by: Charles Hunter, DPM
  
  Late Corrective Arthrodesis in Nonplantigrade Diabetic Charcot Midfoot Disease is Associated with High Complication and Reoperation Rates
  Reviewed by: Tania Kapila, DPM
  
  Association Between Diabetes, Obesity, and Short-Term Outcomes Among Patients Surgically Treated for Ankle Fracture 
  Reviewed by: Dae Sik Alex Kim, DPM
  
  Neurovascular Bundle Decompression without Excessive Dissection for Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
  Reviewed by: Edward Lee, DPM
  
  Sensitivity and Specificity of a New Test for Thermographic Evaluation of the Foot in the Diagnosis of Diabetic Peripheral Polyneuropathy
  Reviewed by: Yekaterina Narodetskaya, DPM
  
  Clinical Problem-Solving. Out of the Blue
  Reviewed by: Kinjal Patel, DPM
  
  Infection with a Chlorophyllic Eukaryote after a Traumatic Freshwater Injury
  Reviewed by: Prayash Patel, DPM
  
  The Impact of Obesity on the Outcome of Total Ankle Replacement
  Reviewed by: Mark Sharobeem, DPM

July 2015

• Addition of Dexamethasone and Buprenorphine to Bupivacaine Sciatic Nerve Block: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed by: Priya Anand, DPM
  
  Intermediate to Long-Term Outcomes of Total Ankle Replacement with the Scandanavian Total Ankle Replacement (STAR)
  Reviewed by: Joseph Baker, DPM
  
  Deltoid Ligament Repair Versus Syndesmotic Fixation in Bimalleolar Equivalent Ankle Fractures 
  Reviewed by: Robert Bertram, DPM
  
  Intramuscular Compartment Pressure Measurement in Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome: New and Improved Diagnostic Criteria     
  Reviewed by: Laura Bohman, DPM
  
  Reconstruction of the Lateral Ligaments of the Ankle Using a Periosteal Flap in Children and Teenagers: A Midterm Follow-up Survey 
  Reviewed by: Douglas L. Croff, DPM
  
  Ankle Lateral Ligament Reconstruction for Chronic Instability
  Reviewed by: Walker L Estes, DPM
  
  Combined Medial Cuneiform Osteotomy and Multiple Metatarsal Osteotomies For Correction of Persistent Metatarsus Adductus in Children
  Reviewed by: Joshua C. Hunt, DPM
  
  Ligament Reconstruction with Single Bone Tunnel Technique for Chronic Symptomatic Subtle Injury of the Lisfranc Joint in Athletes
  Reviewed by: Ryan Kish, DPM
  
  Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled Study Evaluating the Use of Platelet-rich Plasma Therapy (PRP) for Acute Ankle Sprains in the Emergency Department
  Reviewed by: Brian G. Kissel, DPM
  
  Two-Year Outcomes of MOBILITY Total Ankle Replacement
  Reviewed by: Jennifer A. Lipman, DPM
  
  Clinically Relevant Effectiveness of Focused Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in the Treatment of Chronic Plantar Fasciitis: A Randomized, Controlled Multicenter Study
  Reviewed by: Eric Muhm, DPM
  
  Ankle Fractures: When Can I Drive Doctor? A Simulation Study
  Reviewed by: Lonny Nodelman, DPM
  
  Clostridium Difficile Infection
  Reviewed by: Emily Pepyne, DPM
  
  Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled Study Evaluating the Use of Platelet-rich Plasma Therapy (PRP) for Acute Ankle Sprains in the Emergency Department
  Reviewed by: Anthony Rizzardi, DPM
  
  Autologous Growth Factor Injections in Chronic Tendinopathy
  Reviewed by: Chad Rizzardi, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Treatment for Anterior Ankle Impingement: A Systematic Review of the Current Literature
  Reviewed by: Tyler Silverman, DPM
  
  Second Toe Systolic Pressure Measurements are Valid Substitutes for First Toe Systolic Pressure Measurements in Diabetic Patients: A Prospective Study
  Reviewed by: : Khoa D. Vuong, DPM
  
  Simultaneous Ankle Arthroscopy and Hindfoot Endoscopy for Combined Anterior and Posterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome in Professional Athletes
  Reviewed by: Jeff Weber, DPM
  
  Reconstruction of the Lateral Ligaments of the Ankle Using a Periosteal Flap in Children and Teenagers: A Midterm Follow-up Survey
  Reviewed by: Amber Wibbels, DPM

June 2015

• Investigating the Relationship Between Ankle Arthrodesis and Adjacent-Joint Arthritis in the Hindfoot
  Reviewed by: Kendra Anderson, DPM
  
  Concomitant Syndesmotic Instability and Medial Ankle Instability are Risk Factors for Unsatisfactory Outcomes in Patients with Chronic Ankle Instability
  Reviewed by: Douglas Appel, DPM
  
  Intraoperative Three-Dimensional Imaging in the Treatment of Calcaneal Fractures
  Reviewed by: James A. Averett, DPM
  
  Qualitative and Quantitative Anatomic Investigation of the Lateral Ankle Ligaments for Surgical Reconstruction Procedures     
  Reviewed by: Matthew A. Borns, DPM
  
  Outcome of One-Stage Correction of Deformities of the Ankle and Hindfoot and Fusion in Charcot Neuroarthropathy Using a Retrograde Intramedullary Hindfoot Arthrodesis Nail
  Reviewed by: Nicole Byerley, DPM
  
  Plantar Loading During Cutting While Wearing a Rigid Carbon Fiber Insert
  Reviewed by: Steven Gillespie, DPM
  
  Reliability and Validity of Magnetic Resonance Imaging for the Evaluation of the Anterior Talofibular Ligament in Patients Undergoing Ankle Arthroscopy
  Reviewed by: Mina M. Hanna, DPM
  
  The Society for Vascular Surgery Lower Extremity Threatened Limb Classification System: Risk Stratification Based on Wound, Ischemia, and Foot Infection (WIfI)
  Reviewed by: Jason Mendivil, DPM
  
  Internal Fixation of the Fibula in Ankle Fractures. A Prospective, Randomized and Comparative Study: Plating Versus Nailing
  Reviewed by: Alexander Mount, DPM
  
  Investigating the Relationship Between Ankle Arthrodesis and Adjacent-Joint Arthritis in the Hindfoot
  Reviewed by: Khoa D. Nguyen, DPM
  
  A Comparison of Proximal and Distal Chevron Osteotomy, Both with Lateral Soft-Tissue Release, for Moderate to Severe Hallux Valgus in Patients Undergoing Simultaneous Bilateral Correction: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed by: Jackie Pyle, DPM
  
  Acute Osteomyelitis in Children
  Reviewed by: Rajnish Rammohan, DPM
  
  Long-Term Follow-Up of Flexor Digitorum Longus Transfer and Calcaneal Osteotomy for Stage Ii Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction
  Reviewed by: Alyssa Roskop, DPM
  
  Comparison of Foot Strike Patterns of Barefoot and Minimally Shod Runners in a Recreational Road Race
  Reviewed by: Samantha Sheppard, DPM
  
  Intermediate-Term Follow-Up After Ankle Distraction for Treatment of End-Stage Osteoarthritis
  Reviewed by: Aaron Utterback, DPM
  
  Eccentric and Concentric Loading of the Triceps Surae: An In Vivo Study of Dynamic Muscle and Tendon Biomechanical Parameters
  Reviewed by: Chelsea Viola, DPM
  
  Minimally Invasive Plate Osteosynthesis for Distal Tibial Fractures
  Reviewed by: Anna Wojcik-Stepien, DPM

May 2015

• The Contralateral Foot in Children with Unilateral Clubfoot, is the Unaffected Side Normal?
  Reviewed by: Luiza Assis, DPM
  
  Total Ankle Replacement for Postraumatic Arthritis Similar Outcome in Postfracture and Instability Arthritis: A Comparison of 90 Ankles
  Reviewed by: Troy Fowler, DPM
  
  Isolated Gastrocnemius Recession for Achilles Tendinopathy: Strength and Functional Outcomes
  Reviewed by: Satwinder Kaur Gosal, DPM
  
  Intramuscular Compartment Pressure Measurement in Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome: New and Improved Diagnostic Criteria     
  Reviewed by: Katie Hoang, DPM
  
  Use of Selective Serotonin-Reuptake Inhibitors During Pregnancy and the Risk of Clubfoot
  Reviewed by: Clark Johnson, DPM
  
  Likelihood of Surgery in Isolated Pediatric Fifth Metatarsal Fractures
  Reviewed by: Archibald J. Loch, DPM
  
  Internal Fixation of the Fibula in Ankle Fractures. A Prospective, Randomized and Comparative Study: Plating Verse Nailing
  Reviewed by: Jeffrey Olson, DPM
  
  A Prospective, Randomised, Controlled, Multi-Centre Comparative Effectiveness Study of Healing Using Dehydrated Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane Allograft, Bioengineered Skin Substitute or Standard of Care for Treatment of Chronic Lower Extremity Diabetic Ulcers
  Reviewed by: Payal Patel, DPM
  
  Anatomy and Classification of the Posterior Tibial Fragment in Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed by: Zeno Pfau, DPM
  
  Surgical Treatment of Cavus Foot in Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease: A Review of Twenty-four Cases: AAOS Exhibit Selection
  Reviewed by: Brian Rex, DPM
  
  The Impact of Diabetes on the Short- to Mid-Term Outcome of Total Ankle Replacement
  Reviewed by: Abigail Smith, DPM

April 2015

• April 2015
  
  Tibiotalocalcaneal Arthrodesis Using an Intramedullary Nail: A Systematic Review
  Reviewed by: Jill F. Ashcraft, DPM
  
  A Cadaver Study Revisiting the Original Methodology of Lauge-Hansen and a Commentary on Modern Usage
  Reviewed by: Brandon Barrett, DPM
  
  Operative Treatment of Displaced Intraarticular Calcaneal Fractures: Long-Term (10-20 Years) Results in 108 Fractures Using a Prognostic CT Classification
  Reviewed by: Irina Bazarov, DPM
  
  Nonoperative Treatment of the Medial Malleolus in Bimalleolar and Trimalleolar Ankle Fractures: A Randomized Controlled Trial      
  Reviewed by: Joshua P. Edlinger, DPM
  
  Weight Bearing the Same Day Versus Non Weight Bearing for 4 Weeks in Achilles Tendon Rupture
  Reviewed by: Timothy Karthas, DPM
  
  Isolated Gastrocnemius Recession for Achilles Tendinopathy: Strength and Functional Outcomes
  Reviewed by: Michael Matthews, DPM
  
  Antibiotics Versus Conservative Surgery for Treating Diabetic Foot Osteomyelitis: A Randomized Comparative Trial
  Reviewed by: Ciara M. Nicholson, DPM
  
  Profuse Bleeding from Traumatic Lateral Plantar Artery Pseudoaneurysm After Glass Foot Injury Diagnosed by CT Angiography: A Case Report
  Reviewed by: Kayla O'Malley, DPM
  
  Foot And Ankle Kinematics in Rheumatoid Arthritis: Influence of Foot and Ankle Joint and Leg Tendon Pathologies
  Reviewed by: Nilesh Patel, DPM
  
  Case Series of First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Injuries in Division 1 College Athletes
  Reviewed by: Fraaz Sayeed, DPM
  
  Comparison of Clinical Outcomes Between Arthroscopic Subchondral Drilling and Microfracture for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus
  Reviewed by: Michael L. Sganga, DPM
  
  A Prospective Randomised Study Comparing TightRope and Syndesmotic Screw Fixation for Accuracy and Maintenance of Syndesmotic Reduction Assessed with Bilateral Computed Tomography
  Reviewed by: N. Jake Summers, DPM
  
  Degloved Foot Sole Successfully Reconstructed with Split Thickness Skin Grafts
  Reviewed by: Scott Walrath, DPM
  
  

March

• Functional and MRI Outcomes After Arthroscopic Microfracture for Treatment of Osteochondral Lesions of the Distal Tibial Plafond
  Reviewed by: Trevor E. Black, DPM
  
  Stability Assessment of the Ankle Mortise in Supination-External Rotation-Type Ankle Fractures: Lack of Additional Diagnostic Value of MRI
  Reviewed by: Jacqueline Donovan, DPM
  
  Anterior Tibial Artery Injury Following Tibiotalocalcaneal Retrograde Intramedullary Nailing
  Reviewed by: James R. Foster, DPM
  
  Operative Treatment of Displaced Intraarticular Calcaneal Fractures: Long-term (10-20 Years) Results in 108 Fractures Using a Prognostic CT Classification
  Reviewed by: Mieasha Hicks, DPM
  
  Ligamentous Injuries and the Risk of Associated Tissue Damage in Acute Ankle Sprains in Athletes
  Reviewed by: Jessica Olson, DPM
  
  Preliminary Results of a New Test for Rapid Diagnosis of Septic Arthritis with Use of Leukocyte Esterase and Glucose Reagent Strips
  Reviewed by: Nathaniel Preston, DPM
  
  Long-Term Results of Tibialis Anterior Tendon Transfer for Relapsed Idiopathic Clubfoot Treated with the Ponseti Method: A Follow-up of Thirty-seven to Fifty-five Years
  Reviewed by: Emily A. Quinn, DPM
  
  Time to Initial Operative Treatment Following Open Fracture Does Not Impact Development of Deep Infection: A Prospective Cohort Study of 736 Fractures
  Reviewed by: Amanda Quisno, DPM
  
  Ankle Syndesmosis: A Qualitative and Quantitative Anatomic Analysis
  Reviewed by: Kevin M Renner, DPM
  
  Open Reduction and Internal Fixation Compared with ORIF and Primary Subtalar Arthrodesis for Treatment of Sanders Type IV Calcaneal Fractures: A Randomized Multicenter Trial
  Reviewed by: Rebecca Sundling, DPM
  
  Bone Erosions in Rheumatoid Arthritis: Ultrasound Findings in the Early Stage of the Diseases
  Reviewed by: Elizabeth Wakefield, DPM
  
  The Effect of Preoperative Counseling on Duration of Postoperative Opiate Use in Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery: A Surgeon-Based Comparative Cohort Study
  Reviewed by: Kathie J. Whitt, DPM

February

• February 2015
  
  Knotted Versus Knotless Suture Bridge Repair of the Achilles Tendon Insertion: A Biomechanical Study
  Reviewed by: Lisa D. Breshears, DPM
  
  Comparing the Hydrosurgery System to Conventional Debridement Techniques for the Treatment of Delayed Healing Wounds: A Prospective, Randomized Clinical Trial to Investigate Clinical Efficacy and Cost-Effectiveness
  Reviewed by: Farid Didari, DPM
  
  Repair of Achilles Tendon Ruptures with Peroneus Brevis Tendon Augmentation
  Reviewed by: Stephanie Eldridge, DPM
  
  Ankle Syndesmosis: A Qualitative and Quantitative Anatomic Analysis
  Reviewed by: Isin Mustafa, DPM
  
  Primary Bladed Plate Arthrodesis for Unreconstructable Distal Tibia Fractures
  Reviewed by: Rikhil Patel, DPM
  
  Outcomes of Functional Weight-bearing Rehabilitation of Achilles Tendon Ruptures 
  Reviewed by: Matthew Rementer, DPM
  
  Type III Open Tibia Fractures: Immediate Antibiotic Prophylaxis Minimizes Infection
  Reviewed by: Julie Rosner, DPM
  
  Risk Factors Affecting Chronic Rupture of the Plantar Fascia
  Reviewed by: Matthew Tran, DPM

January

• January 2015
  
  Neuropathy and Poorly Controlled Diabetes Increase the Rate of Surgical Site Infection after Foot and Ankle Surgery
  Reviewed by: Sam Gervais, DPM
  
  Biomechanical Comparison of Krackow Locking Stitch versus Nonlocking Loop Stitch with Varying Number of Throws
  Reviewed by: Kevin J. Mahoney, DPM
  
  The Effect of Suture-Button Fixation on Simulated Syndesmotic Malreduction: A Cadaveric Study
  Reviewed by: Steven R. Smith, DPM
  
  Improvement in Gait Following Combined Ankle and Subtalar Arthrodesis
  Reviewed by: Brett J. Waverly, DPM

2014

December 2014

• Bionic Plate Design for Calcaneal Fracture Treatment. A Biomechanical Analysis and First Clinical Results.
  Reviewed by: Priya Anand, DPM
  
  Tedizolid for 6 Days Versus Linezolid for 10 Days for Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin-Structure Infections (Establish-2): A Randomised, Double-Blind, Phase 3, Non-Inferiority Trial
  Reviewed by: Sam Bazrafshan, DPM
  
  Outcome Comparison of Lisfranc Injuries Treated Through Dorsal Plate Fixation Versus Screw Fixation
  Reviewed by: Laura Bohman, DPM
  
  Outcome of Total Ankle Arthroplasty in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis and Noninflammatory Arthritis: A Multicenter Cohort Study Comparing Clinical Outcome and Safety
  Reviewed by: Ashley Bowles, DPM
  
  Percutaneous Correction of Persistent Severe Metatarsus Adductus in Children
  Reviewed by: Cliff Burmeister, DPM
  
  The Detrimental Effects of Systemic Ibuprofen Delivery on Tendon Healing are Time-Dependent
  Reviewed by: Melissa Curry, DPM
  
  The Influence of Knee Position on Ankle Dorsiflexion - A Biometric Study
  Reviewed by: Stephanie Florence, DPM
  
  Opioid Analgesics Stop the Development of Clostridial Gas Gangrene
  Reviewed by: Zachary Flynn, DPM
  
  The Effect of Continuous Popliteal Sciatic Nerve Block on Unplanned Postoperative Visits and Readmissions after Foot Surgery - A Randomised, Controlled Study Comparing Day-Care and Inpatient Management
  Reviewed by: Jennifer A. Lipman, DPM
  
  Value of Surgical Decompression of Compressed Nerves in the Lower Extremity in Patients with Painful Diabetic Neuropathy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed by: Lonny Nodelman, DPM
  
  Beraprost Sodium for Chronic Diabetic Foot Ulcer: A Randomized Controlled Trial in Thammasat University Hospital
  Reviewed by: Steven O'Bryant, DPM
  
  Does a Surgical Career Affect a Woman's Childbearing and Fertility? A Report on Pregnancy and Fertility Trends Among Female Surgeons
  Reviewed by: Emily Pepyne, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Assessment of Medial Malleolar Reduction
  Reviewed by: Tyler Silverman, DPM
  
  Naloxegol for Opioid-Induced Constipation in Patients with Noncancer Pain
  Reviewed by: Tyson Tabora, DPM
  
  Nutritional Status Deteriorates as the Severity of Diabetic Foot Ulcers Increases and Independently Associates with Prognosis
  Reviewed by: Meredith Ward, DPM

November

• Thrombin and Topical Local Anesthetic for Postoperative Pain Management
  Reviewed by: Russell H. Bates, DPM
  
  The Effects of Conventional Physical Therapy and Eccentric Strengthening for Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy
  Reviewed by: Troy Fowler, DPM
  
  The Effects of Conventional Physical Therapy and Eccentric Strengthening for Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy
  Reviewed by: Keith Grimes, DPM
  
  Inhibition of Chondrocyte and Synovial Cell Death After Exposure to Commonly Used Anesthetics: Chondrocyte Apoptosis After Anesthetics
  Reviewed by: Katie Hoang, DPM
  
  Osteochondral Autologous Transplantation Is Superior to Repeat Arthroscopy for the Treatment of Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus After Failed Primary Arthroscopic Treatment  
  Reviewed by:  Clark Johnson, DPM
  
  Nonoperative Dynamic Treatment of Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture: The Influence of Early Weight-Bearing on Clinical Outcome
  Reviewed by:  Derrick McKay, DPM
  
  Medial Malleolar Screw Versus Tension-band Plate Hemiepiphysiodesis for Ankle Valgus in the Skeletally Immature
  Reviewed by: Zeno Pfau, DPM
  
  Biomechanical Evaluation of Various Suture Configurations in Side-to-Side Tenorrhaphy
  Reviewed by: Julie Riley, DPM
  
  Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation of the Ankle: 2- to 10-year Results
  Reviewed by: Benjamin Saviet, DPM
  
  Evertor Muscle Activity as a Predictor of the Mid-Term Outcome Following Treatment of the Idiopathic and Non-Idiopathic Clubfoot
  Reviewed by: Abby Smith, DPM
  
  Value of Surgical Decompression of Compressed Nerves in the Lower Extremity in Patients with Painful Diabetic Neuropathy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed by: Christopher P. Tveter, DPM
  
  Evaluating Appropriate Use of Prophylactic Colchicine for Gout Flare Prevention
  Reviewed by: Elza Tyshko, DPM
  
  Changes in Diabetes-Related Complications in the United States, 1990-2010
  Reviewed by: Kyle E Wamelink, DPM
  
  Ultrasound-Guided Single-Penetration Dual-Injection Block for Leg and Foot Surgery: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind Study
  Reviewed by: Ian M. Yarger, DPM

October

• Weight-Bearing in the Nonoperative Treatment of Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures. A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed by: David Auguste, DPM
  
  Operative Versus Non-operative Treatment for Closed, Displaced, Intra-articular Fractures of the Calcaneus: Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed by: Merlan Ellis, DPM
  
  Early Revascularization after Admittance to a Diabetic Foot Center Affects the Healing Probability of Ischemic Foot Ulcer in Patients with Diabetes
  Reviewed by: Zach Farley, DPM
  
  Peroneal Tendon Displacement Accompanying Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures 
  Reviewed by:  Maureen Heurich, DPM
  
  Effective Treatment of Posttraumatic and Postoperative Edema in Patients with Ankle and Hindfoot Fractures
  Reviewed by:  Manasi Meghpara, DPM
  
  Procalcitonin-Guided Therapy in Intensive Care Unit Patients with Severe Sepsis and Septic Shock-Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
  Reviewed by: Matthew M. Reiner, DPM
  
  Neuropathy and Poorly Controlled Diabetes Increase the Rate of Surgical Site Infection After Foot and Ankle Surgery
  Reviewed by: Kristina T. Ruff, DPM
  
  Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation of the Ankle: 2 to 10 Year Results
  Reviewed by: Matthew F. Villani, DPM
  
  Posterior Malleolus Fracture
  Reviewed by: Erin Younce, DPM
  
  Supramalleolar Osteotomy: Techniques, Indications, and Outcomes in a Series of 83 Cases
  Reviewed by: Francesca Zappasodi, DPM

September

• Treatment of Chronic Syndesmotic Injury: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
  Reviewed by: Jill F. Ashcraft, DPM
  
  Plantar Pressures Following Anterior Tibialis Tendon Transfers in Children with Clubfoot
  Reviewed by: Brandon Barrett, DPM
  
  Effect of Shockwave Therapy on Plantar Fasciopathy: A Biomechanical Prospective
  Reviewed by:  Samantha DelRegno, DPM
  
  High Volume Image Guided Injections for the Management of Chronic Tendinopathy of the Main Body of the Achilles Tendon
  Reviewed by: Randy Garr, DPM
  
  High Levels of Anxiety and Depression in Diabetic Patients with Charcot Foot
  Reviewed by: Timothy Karthas, DPM
  
  Anatomic Alignment and Integrity of the Sustentaculum Tali in Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures
  Reviewed by: Michael Matthews, DPM
  
  Risk of Severe Dysglycemia Among Diabetic Patients Receiving Levofloxacin, Ciprofloxacin, or Moxifloxacin in Taiwan
  Reviewed by: James McKee, DPM
  
  Gait Patterns in Children with Limb Length Discrepancy
  Reviewed by: Nida Nawaz, DPM
  
  Pirogow's Amputation: A Modification of the Operation Method
  Reviewed by: Paul A. Osemene, DPM    
  
  Preoperative Radiographic and CT Findings Predicting Syndesmotic Injuries in Supination-External Rotation-Type Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed by: Alexander R. Pérez, DPM
  
  The Treatment and Outcome of Peri-prosthetic Infection of the Ankle: A Single Cohort-Centre Experience of 34 Cases
  Reviewed by: Michael L. Sganga, DPM
  
  Short - to Medium - Term Outcomes After a Modified Broström Repair for Lateral Ankle Instability With Immediate Postoperative Weightbearing 
  Reviewed by: Katy M. Statler, DPM
  
  The Diagnostic Triad of Orphan Heel Syndrome: Posterior Tibial and Peroneal Artery Occlusive Disease, Poorly Controlled Diabetes and Renal Failure
  Reviewed by: N. Jake Summers, DPM
  
  Joint Kinetics in Rearfoot Versus Forefoot Running: Implications of Switching Technique
  Reviewed by: Rico M. A. Visperas, DPM

August

• Comparison of Deformity with Respect to the Talus in Patients with Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction and Controls Using Multiplanar Weight-Bearing Imaging or Conventional Radiography
   Reviewed by: Kendra Anderson, DPM

  Transcutaneous Oxygen Tension: A Useful Predictor of Ulcer Healing in Critical Limb Ischemia
   Reviewed by: James Averett, DPM

  Intermediate-Term Results of Total Ankle Replacement and Ankle Arthrodesis
   Reviewed by: Matt Borns, DPM

  Accelerated Versus Traditional Rehabilitation After Anterior Talofibular Ligament Reconstruction for Chronic Lateral Instability of the Ankle in Athletes
   Reviewed by: Keith Bortniker, DPM

  The Estimated Sensitivity and Specificity of Compartment Pressure Monitoring for Acute Compartment Syndrome
   Reviewed by: Nicole Byerley, DPM

  Comparison of Arthrodesis, Resurfacing Hemiarthroplasty, and Total Joint Replacement in the Treatment of Advanced Hallux Rigidus
    Reviewed by: Craig Costa, DPM

  The Use of a Syndesmosis Procedure for the Treatment of Hallux Valgus
   Reviewed by: Dieter J. Fellner , DPM

  Clinical Characteristics of Foot Ulceration in People with Chronic Gout
   Reviewed by: Steven Gillespie, DPM

  A New Look at the Hawkins Classification for Talar Neck Fractures: Which Features of Injury and Treatment Are Predictive of Osteonecrosis?
   Reviewed by: Sari Goldman, DPM 

  Symptomatic Venous Thromboembolism Uncommon without Thromboprophylaxis After Isolated Lower-Limb Fracture: The Knee-to-Ankle Fracture (KAF) Cohort Study
   Reviewed by: Sarah Haller, DPM

  Anterograde Percutaneous Treatment for Lesser Metatarsal Fractures: Technique Description and Clinical Results
   Reviewed by: Crystal Sheng-Shan Hsu, DPM

  Gastrocsoleus Recession Techniques: An Anatomical and Biomechanical Study in Human Cadavers
   Reviewed by: Lan Li, DPM

  The Diagnostic Triad of Orphan Heel Syndrome: Posterior Tibial and Peroneal Artery Occlusive Disease, Poorly Controlled Diabetes and Renal Failure
   Reviewed by: Jason Mendivil, DPM

  Plantar Pressures Following Anterior Tibialis Tendon Transfers in Children with Clubfoot
   Reviewed by: Adisa Mujkic, DPM

  Articular Congruity Is Associated with Short-Term Clinical Outcomes of Operatively Treated SER IV Ankle Fractures
   Reviewed by: An Nguyen, DPM

  The Role of Arthroscopy in the Treatment of Functional Instability of the Ankle
   Reviewed by: Kaveh Panahi, DPM

  Longterm Safety, Efficacy, and Inhibition of Structural Damage Progression Over Five Years of Treatment with Abatacept in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis in the Abatacept in Inadequate Responders to Methotrexate Trial
   Reviewed by: Nha Thanh Pham, DPM

  Predictors of Clinical Outcome After Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures
   Reviewed by: Elizabeth Piselli, DPM

  Clinical Characteristic of Early-Stage Osteonecrosis of the Ankle and Treatment Outcomes.
   Reviewed by: Jackie Pyle, DPM

  Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy as a Adjunctive treatment for Diabetic Foot Ulcers
   Reviewed by: Rajnish Rammohan, DPM

  Surgical Site Infections After Arthroplasty: Comparative Effectiveness of Prophylactic Antibiotics
   Reviewed by: Alyssa Roskop, DPM

  Comparison of Gait After Total Ankle Arthroplasty and Ankle Arthrodesis
   Reviewed by: Andre D. Ross, DPM

  The Dangers of Intraosseous Fibrosing Agent Injection in the Treatment of Bone Cysts. The Origin of Major Complications Shown in a Rabbit Model
   Reviewed by: Valarie Samoy, DPM

  Missed Isolated Posterior Malleolar Fractures
   Reviewed by: Nazia Shah, DPM

July

• Vasculopathy, Inflammation, and Blood Blow in Leg Ulcers of Patients with Sickle Cell Anemia
    Reviewed by: Rahul Bhatt, DPM

  Intermediate-Term Results of Total Ankle Replacement and Ankle Arthrodesis
    Reviewed by: Nick Dang, DPM

  The Mechanism of Action of Induced Membranes in Bone Repair
    Reviewed by: Casey C Ebert, DPM

  Delayed Wound Closure Increases Deep-Infection Rate Associated with Lower-Grade Open Fractures
    Reviewed by: David Larson, DPM

  Statin Use and Lower Extremity Amputation Risk in Nonelderly Diabetic Patients
    Reviewed by: Bindu Mathew, DPM

  Augmentation of Tendon Healing with an Injectable Tendon Hydrogel in a Rat Achilles Tendon Model
    Reviewed by: Alysha Patel, DPM

  Frequency of Debridements and Time to Heal: A Retrospective Cohort Study of 312,744 Wounds
    Reviewed by: Dipan Patel, DPM

  Mini-Open Tenorrhaphy of Acute Achilles Tendon Repairs
    Reviewed by: Harsh Patel, DPM

  Extensor Digitorum Brevis Flap on the Treatment of Lower Limb Injuries.
    Reviewed by: Jarna Rathod, DPM

  Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy of Gastroc-Soleus Trigger Points in Patients with Plantar Fasciitis: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial
    Reviewed by: Mohamed A. Saleh, DPM

  Computed Tomography of the Ankle in Full Plantar Flexion: A Reliable Method for Preoperative Planning of Arthroscopic Access to Osteochondral Defects of the Talus
    Reviewed by: Christopher M. Schroeder, DPM

  Use of Poly Methyl Methacrylate as Prosthetic Replacement of Destroyed Foot Bones - Case Series
    Reviewed by: Jay Seidel, DPM

  What Are the Levels of Evidence on Which We Base Decisions for Surgical Management of Lower extremity Bone Tumors?
    Reviewed by: Khoa D. Vuong, DPM

  Stress Hyperglycemia and Surgical Site Infection in Stable Nondiabetic Adults with Orthopaedic Injuries
    Reviewed by: Megan L. Wilder, DPM 

June

• Biomechanical Assessment of Flexible Flatfoot Correction
  Reviewed by: Tee Adeleke, DPM

  Comparison of Clinical Outcome of Pronation External Rotation Versus Supination External Rotation Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed by: John Baca, DPM

  Ankle Radiographs in the Early Postoperative Period: Do They Matter?
  Reviewed by: Nathan Coleman, DPM

  Manual Physical Therapy and Exercise Versus Supervised Home Exercise in the Management of Patients with Inversion Ankle Sprain: A Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial
  Reviewed by: Brian Hunziker, DPM

  First Tarsometatarsal Joint Derotational Arthrodesis - A New Operative Technique for Flexible Hallux Valgus without Touching the First Metatarsophalangeal Joint
  Reviewed by: Hannah Johnk, DPM

  Recombinant Human Platelet-Derived Growth Factor-BB and Beta-Tricalcium Phosphate (rh-PDGF/Beta-TCF):  An Alternative to Autogenous Bone Graft
  Reviewed by: Kyle R. Moore, DPM

  Risk Factors for Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus in Diabetic Foot Infections
  Reviewed by: Ciara Nicholson, DPM

  Radiologic Patterning of Joint Damage to the Foot in Rheumatoid Arthritis
  Reviewed by: Nilesh Patel, DPM

  Flexibility of Idiopathic Congenital Clubfeet Treated by Posteromedial Release without Talocalcaneal Joint Release
  Reviewed by: Seiha Thorng, DPM

  Penicillin to Prevent Recurrent Leg Cellulitis
    Reviewed by: Wendell D. Wallace DPM, MS

  Accelerated Versus Traditional Rehabilitation After Anterior Talofibular Ligament Reconstruction for Chronic Lateral Instability of the Ankle in Athletes.
  Reviewed by: Scott M. Walrath, DPM

  Mini-Open Tenorrhaphy of Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures
    Reviewed by: Colin M. Zdenek, DPM 

May

• The Value of Lower Extremity Duplex Surveillance to Detect Deep Vein Thrombosis in Trauma Patients
   Reviewed by: Trevor E. Black, DPM

  Epidemiology and Prevention of Cast Saw Injuries
    Reviewed by: Wesley Drew Chapman, DPM

  Biomechanical Assessment of Flexible Flatfoot Correction: Comparison of Techniques in a Cadaver Model
   Reviewed by: Danielle DiStefano, DPM

  Popliteal Blocks for Foot and Ankle Surgery: Success Rates and Contributing Factors
   Reviewed by: Jacqueline Donovan, DPM

  Split-Thickness Skin Grafting the High-Risk Diabetic Foot
   Reviewed by: Corey M. Fidler, DPM

  Long-term Results of Comprehensive Clubfoot Release Versus the Ponseti Method: Which is Better?
   Reviewed by: Joseph Genualdi, DPM

  Peroneal Tendon Displacement Accompanying Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures
   Reviewed by: Matthew German, DPM

  Clinical Outcomes of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) as an Adjunct to Microfracture Surgery in Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus
   Reviewed by: Mieasha Hicks, DPM

  Cognitive Status and Self-Foot Care Practice in Overweight Diabetics, Engaged in Different Levels of Physical Activity. 
    Reviewed by: Tiffany K. Hoh, DPM

  The Effect of Modified Brostrom-Gould Repair for Lateral Ankle Instability on the In Vivo Tibiotalar Kinematics
    Reviewed by: Tonyka James, DPM

  Intermediate-Term Results of Total Ankle Replacement and Ankle Arthrodesis: A COFAS Multicenter Study
  Reviewed by: Megan Johnson, DPM

  Occurrence and Effect of Lower Extremity Ulcer in Rheumatoid Arthritis - A Population-based Study
  Reviewed By: Sonia Mvuemba, DPM

  Anterior Talofibular Ligament Ruptures, Part 1: Biomechanical Comparison of Augmented Brostrom Repair Techniques with the Intact Anterior Talofibular Ligament
  Reviewed by: Emily Quinn, DPM

  Prospective, Randomized, Blinded, Comparative Study of Injectable Micronized Dehydrated Amniotic/Chorionic Membrane Allograft for Plantar Fasciitis - A Feasibility Study
  Reviewed by: Amanda Quisno, DPM

  Nonoperative Treatment of the Medial Malleolus in Bimalleolar and Trimalleolar Ankle Fractures: A Randomized Controlled Trial
   Reviewed by: Sarah Rincker, DPM

  The Biomechanical Significance of Washer Use with Screw Fixation
  Reviewed by: Rebecca Sundling, DPM

  Spinal Cord Stimulation Is Effective in Management of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome I: Fact or Fiction?
  Reviewed by: Randall Thomas, DPM

  Radiologic Patterning of Joint Damage to the Foot in Rheumatoid Arthritis
  Reviewed by: Robert J. Toomey, III, DPM

  Displaced Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures Treated in a Minimally Invasive Fashion: Longitudinal Approach Versus Sinus Tarsi Approach
   Reviewed by:  David J. Vieweger, DPM

  Healthcare Use and Serious Infection Prevalence Associated with Penicillin "Allergy" in Hospitalized Patients: A Cohort Study
   Reviewed by: Elizabeth B. Wakefield, DPM

  Operative Versus Nonoperative Treatment of Displaced Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures: A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled Multicenter Trial
  Reviewed by: Kathie J. Whitt, DPM

  Public Health Implications of Recommendations to Individualize Glycemic Targets in Adults With Diabetes
  Reviewed by: Wendy Wu, DPM

April

• Stable Surgical Repair with Accelerated Rehabilitation Versus Nonsurgical Treatment for Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures: A Randomized Controlled Study.
  Reviewed by: Keith A. Canter, DPM

  The Pilon Map: Fracture Lines and Comminution Zones in OTA/AO Type 43C3 Pilon Fracture
  Reviewed by: Corine L. Creech, DPM

  Can Intramuscular Glucose Levels Diagnose Compartment Syndrome?
  Reviewed by: Whitney Ellis, DPM

  Ethanol Embolotherapy of Foot Arteriovenous Malformations 
  Reviewed by: Satwinder Kaur Gosal, DPM

  Radiographic and Clinical Outcomes of Joint-preserving Procedures for Hallux Valgus in Rheumatoid Arthritis
  Reviewed by: Zachary G. Jagmin, DPM

  Treatment of Onychomycosis Using a Submillisecond1064-nm Neodymium:Yttrium-Aluminum-Garnet Laser
  Reviewed by: Archibald J. Loch, DPM

  Ankle Injury Manipulation Before or After X-ray - Does it Influence Success?
  Reviewed by: Anna McLemore, DPM

  Outcomes and Complication Rates of Different Bone Grafting Modalities in Long Bone Fracture Non-Unions: A Retrospective Cohort Study in 182 Patients
  Reviewed by: Christine Nolan, DPM

  Cognitive Status and Self Foot Care Practice in Overweight Diabetics, Engaged in Different Levels of Physical Activity. 
  Reviewed by: Paul Peterson, DPM

  A New Look at the Hawkins Classification for Talar Neck Fractures: Which Features of Injury and Treatment Are Predictive of Osteonecrosis?
  Reviewed by: Kelly M. Pirozzi, DPM

  Biomechanical Comparison of an All-Soft Suture Anchor with a Modified Broström-Gould Suture Repair for Lateral Ligament Reconstruction
  Reviewed by: Rob Renschler, DPM

  Comparison of Distal Soft-Tissue Procedures Combined with a Distal Chevron Osteotomy for Moderate to Severe Hallux Valgus: First Web-Space Versus Transarticular Approach 
  Reviewed by: Laura E. Sansosti, DPM

  Split Thickness Skin Grafting in the Diabetic Foot
  Reviewed by: Kerianne E. Spiess, DPM

  The Biomechanical Significance of Washer Use with Screw Fixation
  Reviewed by: Jennifer C. Van, DPM

  Peroneal Tendon Displacement Accompanying Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures
  Reviewed by: Matthew Wagoner, DPM

  Operative Versus Nonoperative Treatment of Displaced Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures: A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled Multicenter Trial
  Reviewed by: Amanda Wiest, DPM

  Calcaneocuboid Arthrodesis for Recurrent Clubfeet: What is the Outcome at 17-Year Follow-Up?
  Reviewed by: Priscilla Zinyemba, DPM

March

• 
  Stable Surgical Repair with Accelerated Rehabilitation Versus Nonsurgical Treatment  for Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures: A Randomized Control Study
  Reviewed by: Anthony J. Cavallo, DPM

  A Method for Detection of Lateral Malleolar Malrotation Using Conventional  Fluoroscopy
   Reviewed by: James P. Callahan, DPM

  Percutaneous Versus Open Repair of Achilles Tendon Ruptures
   Reviewed by: Kristy  A.  Golden, DPM

  Inhibition of Chondrocyte and Synovial Cell Death After Exposure to Commonly Used Anesthetics: Chondrocyte Apoptosis After Anesthetics
    Reviewed by:  Eoin Gorman, DPM

  The Mid-Term Outcome of Total Ankle Arthroplasty and Ankle Fusion in Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Systematic Review
   Reviewed by: Jeff Holmes, DPM

  Ankle Arthoplasty and Ankle Arthrodesis: Gait Analysis Compared with Normal Controls
   Reviewed by: Deena Horn, DPM

  Gastric Bypass Leads to Improvement of Diabetic Neuropathy Independent of Glucose Normalization - Results of a Prospective Cohort Study
   Reviewed by: Mitch Hulbert, DPM

  Lateral Ligament Reconstruction with Allograft in Patients with Severe Chronic Ankle Instability
   Reviewed by: Oendirla Kamal, DPM

  Perioperative Factors Affecting the Occurrence of Acute Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Following Limb Bone Fracture Surgery: Data from the Japanese Diagnosis  Procedure Combination Database
   Reviewed By: Carly Kriedberg, DPM

  Hindfoot Arthroscopic Surgery for Posterior Ankle Impingement: A Systematic Surgical  Approach and Case Series
   Reviewed by: Jessica Lickiss, DPM

  Negative Pressure Wound Therapy for At-Risk Surgical Closures in Patients With Multiple Comorbidities
   Reviewed by: Jessica L. Minder, DPM

  Calcaneal Stress Fracture: An Adverse Event Following Total Hip and Total Knee Arthroplasty
   Reviewed by: Keleigh Muxlow, DPM

  Can Diagnostic Injections Predict the Outcome in Foot and Ankle Arthrodesis?
   Reviewed by: Ansgar Olsen, DPM, PhD

  Kinematic, Kinetic and Electromyographic Response to Customized Foot Orthoses in Patients with Tibialis Posterior Tenosynovitis, Pes Plano Valgus and Rheumatoid Arthritis
   Reviewed by: Todd Peabody, DPM

  Fate of the Contralateral Limb After Lower Extremity Amputation
   Reviewed by: Angela Riznyk, DPM

  Percutaneous Correction of Persistent Severe Metatarsus Adductus in Children
   Reviewed by: Nicholas Schmerbach, DPM

  Evaluation of Antibiotic-Impregnated Microspheres for the Prevention of Implant-Associated Orthopaedic Infections
   Reviewed by: Jacob Stuart, DPM

February

• The Predictors of Foot Ulceration in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis
   Reviewed by: Hani Badahdah, DPM, MD

  Nonoperative Treatment of the Medial Malleolus in Bimalleolar and Trimalleolar Ankle Fractures: A Randomized Controlled Trial
    Reviewed by: Joseph S. Baker, DPM

  Long-term Results of the Hohmann and Lapidus Procedure for the Correction of Hallux Valgus
   Reviewed by: Mark Bullock, DPM

  Intraoperative Syndesmotic Reduction: Three-Dimensional Versus Standard Fluoroscopic Imaging
   Reviewed by: Michael Corpuz, DPM

  Minimally Invasive Reduction and Fixation of Displaced Calcaneal Fractures: Surgical Technique and Radiographic Analysis
   Reviewed by: Douglas L. Croff, DPM

  The Ponseti Method in the Treatment of Children with Idiopathic Clubfoot Presenting Between Five and Ten Years of Age
   Reviewed by: David Harrison, DPM

  Treatment of Osteochondral Defects of the Talus with a Metal Resurfacing Inlay Implant After Failed Previous Surgery
   Reviewed by: Brian G. Kissel, DPM

  Outcome of Nonoperative Management of Displaced Oblique Spiral Fractures of the Fifth Metatarsal Shaft
   Reviewed by: Erik C. Kissel, DPM

  Long-Term Outcome of Pronation-External Rotation Ankle Fractures Treated with Syndesmotic Screws Only
   Reviewed by: David Liss, DPM

  Minimally Invasive Percutaneous Plate Osteosynthesis for Ankle Fractures: A Prospective Observational Cohort Study
   Reviewed by: Eric Muhm, DPM

  Predictive Factors of Hospital Length of Stay in Patients with Operatively Treated Ankle Fractures
   Reviewed by: Ryan Ohlgart, DPM

  Anatomic Predisposition to Ligamentous Lisfranc Injury: A Matched Case-Control Study
   Reviewed by: Romina Vincenti, DPM

January

• The Prognosis of Patients on Hemodialysis with Foot Lesions
  Reviewed by: Douglas Appel, DPM

  Internal Splinting: A New Technique for Achilles Tendon Repair
  Reviewed by: Christopher Baptist, DPM

  Subtalar Distraction Arthrodesis Using Fresh-Frozen Allogeneic Femoral Head Augmented with Local Autograft
  Reviewed by: Nicole Brouyette, DPM

  Peripheral Neuropathy as Initial Manifestation of Primary Systemic Vaculitides
  Reviewed by: Laksha Dutt, DPM

  A Plantar Closing Wedge Osteotomy of the Medial Cuneiform for Residual Forefoot Supination in Flatfoot Reconstruction
  Reviewed by: David Gelbmann, DPM

  Treatment of Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus with Particulated Juvenile Cartilage
  Reviewed by: Farwa Abid-Hoffman, DPM

  Comparison of Extramedullary Versus Intramedullary Referencing for Tibial Component Alignment in Total Ankle Arthroplasty
  Reviewed by: Scott M. Hoffman, DPM

  Surgical Results of Zones I and II Fifth Metatarsal Base Fractures Using Hook Plates
  Reviewed by: Marc Jones, DPM

  Arthroscopic Excision of a Symptomatic OsTrigonum in a Lateral Decubitus Position
  Reviewed by: Michael J. Kim, DPM

  Antibiotics Versus Conservative Surgery for Treating Diabetic Foot Osteomyelitis: A Randomized Comparative Trial
  Reviewed by: Alexander Mount, DPM

  Outcomes of IED Foot and Ankle Blast Injuries
  Reviewed by: Rebecca Omana-Daniels, DPM

  Arthroscopic Versus Open Ankle Arthrodesis: A Multicenter Comparative Case Series
  Reviewed by: Ryan J. Rogers, DPM

  Surgical Treatment of Displacedintra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures: Is Bone Grafting Necessary?
  Reviewed by: Pauline Seymour, DPM

  Treatment of Distal Tibia Metaphyseal Fractures; Plating Versus Intramedullary Nailing: A Systematic Review of Recent Evidence
  Reviewed by: Adam P. Thompson, DPM

  Total Ankle Arthroplasty Versus Ankle Arthrodesis. Comparison of Sports, Recreational Activities and Functional Outcome
  Reviewed by: David Waters, DPM

  Methylprednisolone Injections for the Treatment Of Morton Neuroma: A Patient-Blinded Randomized Trial
  Reviewed by: Anna Wojcik, DPM 

2013

December

• Madura Foot
  Reviewed by: Katherine Freeland, DPM and Matthew Britt, DPM

  Plantarfascia Anatomy and Its Relationship with Achilles Tendon and Paratenon
  Reviewed by: Landon T. Cameron, DPM and Matt Ramirez, DPM

  Metanx In Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Neuropathy: A Randomized Trial
  Reviewed by: Stephen Moore, DPM and Mohammed Farooqui, DPM

November

• Do Malignant Bone Tumors of the Foot Have a Different Biological Behavior than Sarcomas at Other Skeletal Sites?
  Reviewed by: Laura Bohman, DPM

  Multiple Percutaneous Longitudinal Tenotomies for Chronic Achilles Tendinopathy in Runners
  Reviewed by: Jennifer L. Buchanan, DPM

  Barefoot Sports Injury on Hallux: A New Classification by Injury Mechanism
  Reviewed by: Jason Kayce, DPM

  Differences in Skin Microcirculation on the Upper and Lower Extremity in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus: Relationship of Diabetic Neuropathy and Skin Microcirculation
  Reviewed by: Tyler Silverman, DPM

  Pediatric and Adolescent Intra-Articular Fractures of the Calcaneus
  Reviewed by: Jennifer A. Lipman, DPM

  Treatment of Advanced Stages of Hallux Rigidus with Cheilectomy and Phalangeal Osteotomy
  Reviewed by: Lonny Nodelman, DPM

October

• Predictors of Poor Outcome Following Deep Infection After Internal Fixation of Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed by: Danielle DiStefano, DPM
  
  A Biomechanical Comparison of One-Third Tubular Plates Versus Periarticular Plates for Fixation of Osteoporotic Distal Fibula Fractures
  Reviewed by: Joseph Genualdi, DPM
  
  Outcome of Limited Forefoot Amputation with Primary Closure in Patients with Diabetes
  Reviewed by: Matthew German, DPM
  
  Management of Gout: A 57 Year-Old Man with a History of Podagra, Hyperuricemia and Mild Renal Insufficiency
  Reviewed by: Riquel Gonzalez, DPM
  
  Outcomes of Ankle Arthroplasty with Preoperative Coronal-Plane Varus Deformity of 10 Degrees or Greater
  Reviewed by: Adam M. Lang, DPM
  
  Quantitative Assessment of the Yield of Osteoblastic Connective Tissue Progenitors in Bone Marrow Aspirate from the Iliac Crest, Tibia, and Calcaneus
  Reviewed by: Carl Brandon Lindberg, DPM
  
  Early Weight-Bearing After Percutaneous Reduction and Screw Fixation for Low-Energy Lisfranc Injury
  Reviewed by: Sonia Mvuemba, DPM

September

• Postoperative Pain Trajectories in Chronic Pain Patients Undergoing Surgery 
   Reviewed by: Trevor E. Black, DPM
  
  The Accuracy of Urinary Cotinine Immunoassay Test Strip as an Add-on Test to Self-Reported Smoking Before Major Elective Surgery
   Reviewed by: Kristin Burton, DPM
  
  Skin Temperatures Generated Following Plaster Splint Application
   Reviewed by: Wesley Drew Chapman, DPM
  
  Iatrogenic Syndesmosis Malreduction via Clamp and Screw Placement
   Reviewed by: Jacqueline Donovan, DPM
  
  Achilles Tendon Lengthening: Friend or Foe in the Diabetic Foot?
   Reviewed by: Mieasha Hicks, DPM
  
  A Novel Modification of Bosworth's Technique to Repair Zone I Achilles Tendon Ruptures
   Reviewed by: Emily Quinn, DPM
  
  Non-operative Treatment of the Medial Malleolus in Bi- and Trimalleolar Ankle Fractures: A Randomized Controlled Trial
    Reviewed by: Amanda Quisno, DPM
  
  The Prognosis of Patients on Hemodialysis with Foot Lesions
   Reviewed by: Sarah Rincker, DPM
  
  Talar Neck Osteotomy to Lengthen the Medial Column After a Malunited Talar Neck Fracture
   Reviewed By: Rebecca Sundling, DPM
  
  Early Prospective Clinical Results of a Modern Fixed-Bearing Total Ankle Arthroplasty
   Reviewed by: Randall Thomas, DPM
  
  Risk Factors for Lower Extremity Tendinopathies in Military Personnel
   Reviewed by: Elizabeth Wakefield, DPM
  
  Sensitivity of Plantar Pressure and Talonavicular Alignment to Lateral Column Lengthening in Flatfoot Reconstruction
    Reviewed by: Kathie J. Whitt, DPM

August

• Sensitivity of Plantar Pressure and Talonavicular Alignment to Lateral Column Lengthening in Flatfoot Reconstruction.
    Reviewed by: James P. Callahan, DPM
  
  Rate of Prescription Opiate Use Before and After Injury in Patients with Orthopaedic Trauma and the Risk Factors for Prolonged Opiate Use
   Reviewed by: Caitlin Garwood, DPM
  
  Minimally Invasive Technique versus an Extensile Lateral Approach for Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures
   Reviewed by: Jeff Holmes, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Versus Posterior Endoscopic Excision of Symptomatic Os Trigonum
   Reviewed by: Deena Horn, DPM
  
  The Role of Chronic and Perioperative Glucose Management in High Risk Surgical Closures: A Case for Tighter Glycemic Control
    Reviewed by: Dong M Kim, DPM
  
  Role of Preoperative Computed Tomography Scans in Operative Planning for Malleolar Ankle Fractures
   Reviewed by: Jessica A. Lickiss, DPM
  
  Prognostic Classification of Fifth Metatarsal Stress Fracture Using Plantar Gap
   Reviewed by: Jessica L. Minder, DPM
  
  Displacement of the Sustentacular Fragment in Intra-articular Calcaneal Fractures.
   Reviewed by: Ansgar Olsen, DPM, PhD
  
  Isolated Spring Ligament Failure as a Cause of Adult-Acquired Flatfoot Deformity
   Reviewed by: Angela Riznyk, DPM
  
  The OTA Open Fracture Classification: A Study of Reliability and Agreement
   Reviewed by: Jacqueline M. Tulodzieski, DPM
  
  Periprosthetic Fractures in Total Ankle Replacement: Classification System and Treatment Algorithm
   Reviewed by:  Joanna Wyman, DPM
  
  
  

July

• Randomized Control Trial of Topical Clonidine for Treatment of Painful Diabetic Neuropathy
  Reviewed by: James A. Averett, DPM
  
  Percutaneous Distal Metatarsal Osteotomy Versus Distal Chevron Osteotomy for Correction of Mild-to-Moderate Hallux Valgus Deformity
  Reviewed by: Matthew A. Borns, DPM
  
  A Comparison of Botulinum Toxin A and Intralesional Steroids for the Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis: A Randomized, Double-Blinded Study
  Reviewed by: Adam Caton, DPM
  
  Ultrasound Guided Corticosteroid Injections for Plantar Fasciitis:  Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed by: Thomas J. Chambers, DPM
  
  Good Results with the Ponseti Method
  Reviewed by: Andrew Hall, DPM
  
  Attenuation of Foot Pressure During Running on Four Different Surfaces: Asphalt, Concrete, Rubber, and Natural Grass
  Reviewed by: Steven M. Hoffman, DPM
  
  Comparison of Early Versus Delayed Weight-bearing Outcomes After Microfracture for Small to Midsized Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus
  Reviewed by: Jill Peotter, DPM
  
  Two-Week Joint Mobilization Intervention Improves Self-Reported Function, Range of Motion, and Dynamic Balance in Those with Chronic Ankle Instability
  Reviewed by: Jackie Pyle, DPM
  
  Resistant Plantar Fasciopathy: Shock Wave Versus Endoscopic Plantar Fascial Release
  Reviewed by: Grant Swenson, DPM

June

• Operative Technique with Rapid Recovery for Ingrown Nails with Granulation Tissue Formation in Childhood
   Reviewed by: Quinn T. Charbonneau, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Treatment of Osteochondral Defects of the Talus: Outcomes at Eight to Twenty Years of Follow-up
   Reviewed by: Satwinder Kaur Gosal, DPM
  
  Mesh Achilles Tendon Lengthening - A New Method to Treat Equinus Deformity in Patients With Spastic Cerebral Palsy: Surgical Technique and Early Results
   Reviewed by: Zachary G. Jagmin, DPM
  
  Mid-term Results of Calcaneus Plating for Displaced Intraarticular Calcaneus Fracture
   Reviewed by: Clark Johnson, DPM
  
  Fresh Osteochondral Allograft for the Treatment of Cartilage Defects of the Talus: A Retrospective Review
   Reviewed by: Bryce Jolley, DPM
  
  Outcome Following Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Open Pilon Fractures
   Reviewed by: Trever Martin, DPM
  
  Malleolar Fractures and Their Ligamentous Injury Equivalents Have Similar Outcomes in Supination-external Rotation Type IV Fractures of the Ankle Treated by Anatomical Internal Fixation
   Reviewed by: Evie Plummer, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Versus Open Ankle Arthrodesis: A Multicenter Comparative Case Series
   Reviewed by: Jason E. Smith, DPM
  
  The Underlying Osseous Deformity in Plantar Plate Tears: A Radiographic Analysis
   Reviewed by: Ian M. Yarger, DPM

May

• Functional Outcomes and Patient Satisfaction After Fasciotomy for Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome
   Reviewed by: Corine L Creech, DPM
    
  A Reliable Method for Intraoperative Evaluation of Syndesmotic Reduction
   Reviewed by: Olga Gonzalez, DPM
    
  The Effect of Obesity on Early Failure After Operative Syndesmotic Injuries
   Reviewed by: Ashley Mayer, DPM
     
  The Efficacy and Safety of Linezolid and Glycopeptides in the Treatment of Staphylococcus Aureus Infections
   Reviewed by: Anna McLemore, DPM
    
  Clinical Outcomes of Mesenchymal Stem Cell Injection with Arthroscopic Treatment in Older Patients with Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus
   Reviewed by: Christine Nolan, DPM
    
  CT Assessment of the Prevalence of Retinacular Injuries Associated with Hindfoot Fractures
   Reviewed by: Kelly M. Pirozzi, DPM
    
  Common Pitfalls in Syndesmotic Rupture Management: A Clinical Audit
   Reviewed by: Salil Singh, DPM
    
  Efficacy of Popliteal Block in Postoperative Pain Control After Ankle Fracture Fixation: A Prospective Randomized Study
    Reviewed by: Kerianne Spiess, DPM
    
  Minimally Invasive Technique Versus an Extensile Lateral Approach for Intra-articular Calcaneal Fractures
   Reviewed by: John Y. Suh DPM
    
  Treatment of Post-traumatic Equinus Deformity and Concomitant Soft Tissue Defects of the Heel
   Reviewed by: Jennifer C. Van, DPM
  
  Long-Term Retrospective Study of Patients with Idiopathic Clubfoot Treated with Posterior Medial-Lateral Release
   Reviewed by: Matthew Wagoner, DPM
    
  Neuropathic Midfoot Deformity: Associations with Ankle and Subtalar Joint Motion
   Reviewed by: Priscilla Zinyemba, DPM
  

April

• Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendon Transfer in the Treatment of Achilles Tendinosis
   Reviewed by: Harshini Avula, DPM
    
  Surgical Complications Associates to Primary Closure in Surgical Procedures in Diabetic Foot Osteomyelitis
   Reviewed by: Andrea Di Croce, DPM
    
  Vitamin D Concentration in Patients with Normal and Impaired Bone Union
    Reviewed by: Patricia Kim, DPM
    
  Venous Thromboembolism in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus
   Reviewed by: Sara Mahmood, DPM
    
  Arthroscopic Versus Open Ankle Arthrodesis: A Multicenter Comparative Case Series
    Reviewed by: Brant McCartan, DPM
    
  Risk Factors for Deep Surgical Site Infection Following Operative Treatment of Ankle Fractures
   Reviewed by: Marc Spiegel, DPM

March

• Locked Versus Non-locked Plate Fixation for First Metatarsophalangeal Arthrodesis: A Biomechanical Investigation
   Reviewed by: Dustin Doyle, DPM
    
  Role of Body Mass Index in Acute Charcot Neuroarthropathy
   Reviewed by: Ciara Nicholson, DPM
    
  Surgical Versus Nonsurgical Treatment of Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Trials
   Reviewed by: Nilesh Patel, DPM
    
  Anatomic Suture Anchor Versus the Brostrom Technique for Anterior Talofibular Ligament Repair: A Biomechanical Comparison
   Reviewed by: Seiha Thorng, DPM
    
  The Pediatric Bohler's Angle and Crucial Angle of Gissane: A Case Series
    Reviewed by: Wendell D. Wallace, DPM

February

• The Use of a Ceramic Talar Body Prosthesis in Patients with Aseptic Necrosis of the Talus
   Reviewed by: Nicole M. Brouyette, DPM
    
  Outcomes of Operative Treatment of Unstable Ankle Fractures: A Comparison of Metallic and Biodegradable Implants
   Reviewed by: Mark Bullock, DPM
    
  Efficacy of Popliteal Block in Postoperative Pain Control After Ankle Fracture Fixation: A Prospective Randomized Study
   Reviewed by: David Gelbmann, DPM
     
  Outcomes of High-Grade Open Calcaneus Fractures Managed with Open Reduction Via the Medial Wound and Percutaneous Screw Fixation
   Reviewed by: Farwa Hoffman, DPM
    
  Operative versus Nonoperative Management of Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures: A Quantitative Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials
    Reviewed by: Scott Hoffman, DPM
    
  Fixation of Ankle Syndesmotic Injuries
   Reviewed by: Nicole Kessel, DPM
     
  Percutaneous Reduction and Fixation of an Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fracture Using an Inflatable Bone Tamp: Description of a Novel and Safe Technique
    Reviewed by: Jessica Kwan, DPM
    
  Treatment of Stress Positive Ligamentous SE4 Ankle Fractures: Incidence of Syndesmotic Injury and Clinical Decision Making
   Reviewed by: Jennifer Miller, DPM
    
  Arthroscopic Synovectomy of the Ankle in Rheumatoid Arthritis
   Reviewed by: Ryan J. Rogers, DPM
    
  Talar Neck Osteoto