Jan 91 min read
Joint Line Considerations in Total Ankle Arthroplasty (TAA)
by Vince Vacketta, DP M Joint line height has been established as an influential parameter in TAA, with previous research showing that an...
Jan 91 min read
What's Not Hot: Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for Achilles Tendinopathy
In the treatment of the painful, non-ruptured Achilles tendinopathy, the primary focus is on achieving pain relief and maintaining that...
Jan 91 min read
What's Hot: Minimally Invasive Forefoot Surgery
The adoption of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) is rapidly expanding from Europe to North America, fueled by technological advancements,...
Dec 26, 20241 min read
Sports Activity Following Total Ankle Arthroplasty (TAA): This Again?
by Vince Vacketta, DPM The extent of activity limitations after a TAA is not fully understood. We are aware of activities to avoid, such...
Dec 26, 20241 min read
Same Rate for Same Service
The " Same Rate for Same Service" concept  argues that services should be paid equally, regardless of where they are provided. This...
Dec 26, 20241 min read
Looking at the Wrong Thing: Misguided Metrics in Evaluating Success
For years, the emphasis on focal cartilage lesions has been primarily on restoring the cartilage cap. However, evolving knowledge...
Dec 12, 20241 min read
No Metal? No Problem – an All-Plastic Total Ankle Arthroplasty (TAA)
by Vince Vacketta, DPM As frequently highlighted in FIX, innovation within the foot and ankle orthopedic space continues to flourish both...
Dec 12, 20241 min read
Unlocking Opportunities: A Girl Dad's Mission to Transform Foot and Ankle Care
by Dr. Gregory Berlet, MD Â As a proud girl dad, I feel it's my mission to explore the potential for my team in the foot and ankle realm....
Dec 12, 20241 min read
The Wonder Drug GLP Keeping Us on Our Toes
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications are taking the medical world by storm, with about one in eight patients saying they have...

Dec 1, 20241 min read
Infinitely Adjustable Length Innovation From Ossio
This Thanksgiving, we are celebrating major advancements in orthopedic surgery made by OSSIO, Inc.  The company recently expanded its...
Nov 28, 20241 min read
Thanksgiving Total Ankle Arthroplasty (TAA) Research Mash-up
by Vince Vacketta, DPM The following is an overview of recent studies and findings related to TAA procedures. Turkey (IN) BONEs:Â Yet...
Nov 13, 20241 min read
Wear-Related Total Ankle Arthroplasty (TAA) – a Post-Mortem Analysis
by Vince Vacketta, DPM New research on TAA is continually emerging. A comprehensive 265-page thesis  from Newcastle University in the...
Nov 13, 20241 min read
Did Synthetic Bone Grafts Just Hit a Home Run?
It might be time to step up to the plate with synthetic bone biologic stimulation. The evolution of these materials has been a real...
Oct 30, 20241 min read
The Gloves Are Off
David (niche bunion company Treace Medical Concepts ) takes on Goliath ( Stryker Corporation ) with a newly announced lawsuit , alleging...
Oct 30, 20241 min read
Dynamic Compression Staples: Flash in the Pan or Wave of the Future?
by Vince Vacketta, DPM Nitinol dynamic compression staples (DCS) continue to rise in popularity and new research is highlighting their...
Oct 30, 20241 min read
Exactech Declares Bankruptcy
Exactech, founded by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Bill Petty in 1985, evolved into a big player in the orthopedic space, achieving revenues of...
Oct 16, 20241 min read
That's Not Going to Help Sales!
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...
Oct 16, 20241 min read
GLP-1s: The Impact on Foot and Ankle
Novo Nordisk ’s semaglutide, the generic form of Ozempic , Wegovy  and Rybelsus , was the most prescribed GLP-1 medication in 2023,...
Oct 16, 20241 min read
Tibial Component Micromotion: Spikes, Arcs, and Keels, Oh My!
by Vince Vacketta, DPM Aseptic loosening due to implant micromotion and poor osseointegration remains a major challenge for minimal...
Oct 2, 20241 min read
Well, I Didn't See That Coming
A prospective radiographic review  by Seif El Masry et al. examined 44 patients who underwent a minimally invasive bunionectomy (MIB)...
Oct 2, 20241 min read
And the 2024 AOFAS Awards Go to ...
The AOFAS annual meeting  was held in Vancouver British Columbia in September. The robust program featured many standout presentations,...
Oct 2, 20241 min read
Outcomes in Total Ankle Arthroplasty (TAA) Revision: Can We Correct Our Failures?
by Vince Vacketta, DPM A recent retrospective study  by Wu et al. aims to shed light on outcomes of revision TAA. Between 2008 and 2022,...
Sep 18, 20241 min read
Internal Research Bracing Against Artelon
With new players in the ligament augmentation market, such as In2Bones  BioBrace, and the lasting excitement surrounding Stryker ’s...
Sep 18, 20241 min read
Is Activity Truly Improved Following Total Arthroplasty (TAA)?
Post-operative activity limitations is an important question for both patients following TAA. While several studies have quantified...