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Selective Retention Of Birdshot Pellets In The Rearfoot: A Case Demonstrating Tissue Preservation And Functional Recovery, Yasim Zafar, Steven Bolton, Alexandria Armstrong, Hooman Mir

School of Podiatric Medicine - Student Research

Level of Evidence: III (Case Study)

Statement of Purpose: Gunshot wounds to the foot pose a unique surgical dilemma—whether to pursue aggressive foreign body removal or to preserve soft tissue integrity. This case highlights the management of a birdshot injury to the rearfoot where selective non-removal of pellets near the neurovascular bundle led to complete healing and full functional recovery. The purpose is to emphasize tissue preservation over aggressive exploration in complex ballistic foot injuries.

Case Study: A 26-year-old female sustained a birdshot gunshot wound to the right rearfoot. Multiple small entry wounds were noted on the posterior and plantar …

Wound Dehiscence Rate Between Chevron Osteotomy Procedure Vs. Lapidus For Correction Of Hallux Valgus Deformity, Isabella V. Strash, Abelardo Osuna, Madelaine Adkins

School of Podiatric Medicine - Student Research

Format: Scientific

Length of follow-up: n/a

Level of Evidence: Cross-Sectional Study (Level III)

Classification: Surgery

Purpose: Distal metatarsal osteotomies, like the chevron procedure, were once preferred for their stability and faster recovery in hallux valgus correction. However, recent advancements have increased the use of proximal procedures, such as the lapidus. This study aims to compare complications between distal and proximal hallux valgus surgeries.

Methodology & Procedure: Data was downloaded from the TriNetX Research Network on February 2, 2023 using CPT codes 28296 (chevron) and 28297 (lapidus). Inclusion criteria consisted of patients between 18 and 60 years of age and required …

Allograft Reconstruction For Fluoroquinolone-Induced Achilles Rupture: A Case Study, Val Haddon, Brandon Mojica, Joel Santana, Marjory Jones

West Florida Division GME Research Day 2025

No abstract provided.

Case Study: Post-Traumatic Calcaneonavicular Coalition, Jihae Kim, James Clancy

East Florida Division GME Research Day 2024

No abstract provided.

Range Of Motion Of Medial Column Joints After Proximal Hallux Valgus Correction Procedures, Chris Zimmer, Blake Lieberman, Warren Windram

East Florida Division GME Research Day 2024

No abstract provided.

From Heel To Toe: Investigating Plantar Fasciitis Causes, Diagnosis, And Treatment Strategies, Breanna Littlejohn

Undergraduate Honors Theses

This presentation informs plantar fasciitis patients. The cause of plantar fasciitis is multifactorial but most cases result from overuse stress. The cause of plantar fasciitis is multifactorial but most cases result from overuse stress. The classic presentation is of sharp localized pain at the heel. In some cases, a heel spur may be found. This presentation explains how exercise can improve plantar fasciitis. Reviewing risk factors will help you identify and manage plantar fasciitis when undergoing treatment. Understanding plantar fasciitis is crucial as it is a common and painful condition affecting the bottom of the foot. This inflammation of the …

Comminuted Talar Neck And Body Fracture: A Case Report, Chris Zimmer, Roshni Patel, Warren Windram

East Florida Division GME Research Day 2024

Format: Case study

Length of follow up: 12 months

Level of evidence: IV

Classification: Trauma

Purpose: A combination of talar neck and body fractures are extremely rare which make up approximately <1% of all fractures in the body. They are most commonly associated with high energy trauma such as falling from a great height, motor vehicle accident, etc. Talar fractures are challenging problems to treat in terms of fixation, rates of avascular necrosis and much more. The purpose of this case report is to demonstrate that even with a severe talar fracture salvage is possible with proper surgical technique and understanding of the unique fracture pattern.

Case study: One patient underwent ORIF of a comminuted talar neck and body fracture with a lateral bridge plate and medial based interfragmentary compression screw.

Procedures: Open reduction internal fixation of talar neck and body fracture.

Results: 1 patient who demonstrated clinical and radiographic signs of healing of a talar neck and body fracture.

Analysis & Discussions: The rates of avascular necrosis of talar neck and body fractures varies …

Plantar Plate Injury: Current Treatment Options, Nehal Modha, Warren Windram

East Florida Division GME Research Day 2023

Plantar plate injuries have gained recognition as a common cause of forefoot pain and instability. This review aims to comprehensively analyze the present landscape of treatment options available for addressing plantar plate injuries.

A comprehensive literature review was completed by the authors using Google Scholar, Pubmed, Cochrane Review, and Science Direct using a combination of phrases related to the title of this article that discussed various treatment modalities for plantar plate injuries. The review encompassed both non-surgical and surgical interventions, assessing their efficacy, outcomes, and potential complications.

Conservative approaches, such as rest, taping, orthotic devices, and physical therapy, have been …

Minimally Invasive Surgery For Septic Arthritis Of The First Metatarsophalangeal Joint: An Uncommon Approach Utilizing Small Joint Arthroscopy, Michael Thomas, Hinal Patel, Jeffrey Belancio

Rowan-Virtua Research Day

Small joint arthroscopy can be utilized for septic arthritis, synovitis, osteochondral lesions, arthritis, and various other pathologies. However, information regarding arthroscopy of the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) is limited in the literature. This case report discusses the use of arthroscopy for septic arthritis of the 1st MTPJ.

Flexor Tenotomy For The Treatment Of Hallux Ulcers, Nathalia Esmeral, Val E. Haddon, Chase G. Dahl, Erin Lewis, David Khakshoor

Podiatry

Aims: To assess and evaluate the relationship between flexor tenotomies in a clinical setting and the time course for healing neuropathic, diabetic and structural deformity hallux ulcers.

Methods: This retrospective study analyzes the medical files of 1,471 patients treated for digital foot ulcers by flexor tenotomies between September 2011 and January 2019. For the intent of this particular research, focus was preserved towards the effect of flexor tenotomy on healing time to address hallux ulcers. A total of 97 patients between the ages of 41 and 86 years old underwent flexor tenotomy for the treatment of hallux ulcers with a …