Name changes, like the recent reversion of Alaska’s Denali back to its former name,  Mount McKinley , are seen as a current form of power...

by Vince Vacketta, DPM Joint line height has been established as an influential parameter in TAA, with previous research showing that an...

When treating ankle fractures, the conventional wisdom typically involves a long, six-week period of non-weight bearing (NWB). But, what...

Is there any scientific guidance to help us make decisions beyond sparing patients the discomfort of staple removal? There is some good...

The ongoing consolidation in the foot and ankle market is progressing steadily. In a January 28 company  report , Zimmer Biomet (ZB)...

by Vince Vacketta, DPM   Corrective wedges are a useful tool for deformity correction and arthrodesis during reconstructive surgery. In...

by Vince Vacketta, DP M Joint line height has been established as an influential parameter in TAA, with previous research showing that an...

In the treatment of the painful, non-ruptured Achilles tendinopathy, the primary focus is on achieving pain relief and maintaining that...

The adoption of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) is rapidly expanding from Europe to North America, fueled by technological advancements,...

by Vince Vacketta, DPM The extent of activity limitations after a TAA is not fully understood. We are aware of activities to avoid, such...

The " Same Rate for Same Service" concept  argues that services should be paid equally, regardless of where they are provided. This...

For years, the emphasis on focal cartilage lesions has been primarily on restoring the cartilage cap. However, evolving knowledge...

by Vince Vacketta, DPM As frequently highlighted in FIX, innovation within the foot and ankle orthopedic space continues to flourish both...

by Dr. Gregory Berlet, MD   As a proud girl dad, I feel it's my mission to explore the potential for my team in the foot and ankle realm....

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications are taking the medical world by storm, with about one in eight patients saying they have...

This Thanksgiving, we are celebrating major advancements in orthopedic surgery made by OSSIO, Inc.  The company recently expanded its...

by Vince Vacketta, DPM The following is an overview of recent studies and findings related to TAA procedures. Turkey (IN) BONEs:  Yet...

by Vince Vacketta, DPM New research on TAA is continually emerging. A comprehensive 265-page thesis  from Newcastle University in the...

It might be time to step up to the plate with synthetic bone biologic stimulation. The evolution of these materials has been a real...

David (niche bunion company Treace Medical Concepts ) takes on Goliath ( Stryker Corporation ) with a newly announced  lawsuit , alleging...

by Vince Vacketta, DPM Nitinol dynamic compression staples (DCS) continue to rise in popularity and new research is highlighting their...

Exactech, founded by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Bill Petty in 1985, evolved into a big player in the orthopedic space, achieving revenues of...

Media outlets with large audiences have been focusing on Crocs, and not in a good way. Not enough support  A Health News from NPR segment...

Novo Nordisk ’s semaglutide, the generic form of  Ozempic ,  Wegovy  and  Rybelsus , was the most prescribed GLP-1 medication in 2023,...