Low Invasive Subtalar Joint Arthrodesis

At present arthrodesis of subtalar joint is recognized to be the most common and effective technique for the treatment of patients with malunited fractures of talus and calcaneal bones, deforming subtalar joint arthroses and posterior foot deformity. From 2010 through 2012 twenty patients with posttraumatic arthroses of subtalar joint accompanied by marked pain syndrome and no significant deformities in the posterior foot segment. New low invasive treatment technique was applied. Examinations and treatment were performed at outpatient clinic. Follow up period ranged from 1 to 2 years. All results were recognized as good. No intra- and postoperative complications were noted.

subtalar joint, arthroses, arthrodesis, minimally invasive surgery, outpatient surgery