Track: Foot and Ankle Surgery

 Foot and Ankle Surgery

Foot and ankle surgery addresses a region of the body that must simultaneously bear weight, absorb impact, and enable complex movement. This session examines current advances in total ankle arthroplasty and reconstructive foot surgery, building on themes explored in implant design, biomaterials, and biomechanics.

Key Topics and Highlights:

Total Ankle Replacement Innovation: Implant design in ankle arthroplasty has advanced considerably. This subtopic reviews current systems and the evidence comparing arthroplasty to fusion for end-stage arthritis.

Deformity Correction and Reconstruction: Flatfoot and cavovarus deformities require specialized surgical planning. This subtopic covers osteotomy and staged reconstruction approaches for complex cases.

Managing Charcot Arthropathy: Diabetic neuropathy presents unique reconstructive challenges in the foot and ankle. This subtopic addresses current surgical strategies for this high-risk population.

Forefoot and Ankle Instability: Hallux rigidus and chronic ankle instability are common presentations. This subtopic explores current surgical and non-surgical management options.

Weight-Bearing Rehabilitation Considerations: Recovery following foot and ankle surgery requires specialized protocols, connecting to themes in orthopedic rehabilitation and physiotherapy. This subtopic addresses postoperative care unique to this region.

If your research advances foot and ankle surgery, we welcome you to submit an abstract and contribute to a subspecialty directly shaping patients' ability to walk and remain active.