Limited versus Extended Lateral Approach for Osteosynthesis of Calcaneal Fractures - Comparison of Temporal and Dynamic Parameters of the Gait Cycle
2018
Abstract
Currently, operative treatment is preferred in dislocated calcaneal fractures. Most frequently used is the extended lateral approach, the disadvantage of which is the risk of early complications.
Therefore, less invasive operative techniques are sought that would reduce the risk of such complications. The presented study aimed to compare the two different surgical approaches with respect to the restoration of gait stereotype using the objective pedobarography.
We assume that the limited operative approach in osteosynthesis of intra-articular calcaneal fractures results in comparable or earlier restoration of gait stereotype with regard to temporal and dynamic parameters compared to the extended lateral approach.