Plantar Fasciitis is an extremely common and challenging problem that presents itself to foot and ankle practitioners. Many different treatment modalities are available for this condition, with little proven benefit. ECSWT was approved for use by the FDA for the treatment of chronic proximal plantar fasciitis in 2002 and NICE published guidance in 2009 recommending its use in refractory cases. Patients who diagnosed with ultrasound scan, and for whom other treatments were unsuccessful, underwent treatment on an outpatient basis. They had three 4–5 minute sessions, once a week. A Spectrum machine was used delivering 10 Hz waves in 500 preset pulses at 2 bar pressure, followed by 2000 preset pulses at 2.5 bar pressure. Pre- and 3 month post-treatment pain levels were recorded using a 10 point Visual Analogue Scale.Introduction:
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Forefoot deformities are common in the rheumatoid population and lead to abnormal loading, plantar callosities and A prospective observational study was set up to review 10 rheumatoid patients (20 feet) undergoing bilateral first MTP joint Introduction
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Salvage procedures on the 1st MTPJ following failed arthroplasty, arthrodesis or hallux valgus surgery are difficult and complicated by bone loss. This results in shortened first ray and transfer metatarsalgia. We present our experience of using tri-cortical interposition grafts to manage this challenging problem. Between 2002 and 2009 our department performed 21, 1st MTPJ arthrodeses using a tri-cortical iliac crest interposition graft. Surgical fixation was achieved with a compact foot plate. We performed a retrospective review from the medical notes and radiographs along with American Foot and Ankle scores which were collected prospectively. We analysed the following parameters: time to radiological, requirement for further surgery, lengthening of 1st ray and any post operative complications.Background
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We reviewed 15 children with transient synovitis of the hip who had aspiration of an effusion under local anaesthesia with ultrasound guidance. There were no significant complications; aspiration was useful for diagnosis and gave considerable symptomatic relief. We discuss the role of ultrasound in diagnosis and treatment.
