Proximal to Distal Exostectomy for the Treatment of Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy
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When insertional Achilles tendinopathy is addressed surgically via a central-Achilles splitting approach, the calcaneal osteotomy has classically been performed from distal to proximal. We describe a simple proximal to distal technique that allows optimal resection of both the calcaneal exostosis and Achilles enthesophyte, minimizes risk to the soft tissues and skin, provides a bony attachment surface parallel to the axis of the Achilles tendon, and avoids the risk of osteotomy extension into the subtalar joint. Levels of Evidence: Level V: Technique tip
2020 ◽
Vol 64
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pp. 22-27
2018 ◽
Vol 5
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pp. 5-12
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2021 ◽
Vol 49
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pp. 030006052199295