T Noguchi, M Hirao, G Okamura, Y Etani, K Ebina, H Tsuboi, A Goshima, A Miyama, K Takahi, K Takami, S Tsuji, S Okada, J Hashimoto
BACKGROUND: In end-stage arthritis indicated for total ankle arthroplasty (TAA), full-thickness cartilage damage, subchondral bone defect/shaving, and fluttering of the talar dome occur, shortening the distance between the tibial and talar insertions of ligaments and leading to laxity of ligaments surrounding the ankle joint. Under such conditions, medial ligaments (including the deltoid ligament) would not be expected to function properly. To stabilize the ankle joint during the stance phase, medial ligament function under tension is important...
May 5, 2024: Musculoskeletal Surgery