Core Orthopedic Topics
Comprehensive topic summaries covering anatomy, pathology, diagnosis, and treatment across all orthopedic specialties.
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Step-by-step surgical technique guides with approaches, positioning, tips, and pearls from experienced surgeons.
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Curated reviews and summaries of landmark studies and recent publications in orthopedic surgery.
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Trauma
Fractures, dislocations, and acute injuries
Spine
Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions
Shoulder & Elbow
Shoulder and elbow pathology and surgery
Knee & Sports
Knee injuries and sports medicine
Pediatrics
Musculoskeletal conditions in children
Arthroplasty
Hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty
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Hand, wrist, and forearm conditions
Foot & Ankle
Foot and ankle pathology and treatment
Musculoskeletal Oncology
Musculoskeletal tumors and malignancies
Basic Science
Fundamental orthopedic science
Orthoplastic Approach
Orthoplastic surgery techniques and approaches
Deformity Correction & Limb Lengthening
Deformity correction, limb lengthening, and reconstruction
Recent Topics
View All →Fixation Methods
The selection of an appropriate bone fixation method is a critical step in lower-limb deformity correction that must be preceded by a thorough geometric analysis of the skeletal abnormality. Surgeons typically choose between internal fixation, such as plates or intramedullary nails, and external fixation systems, with the choice primarily dictated by whether the correction is to be performed acutely or gradually. Adherence to established planning principles and the correct application of the chosen hardware are essential to ensure successful collinear realignment and prevent the occurrence of secondary deformities.
Principles of Osteotomy
Osteotomy is the surgical cutting or division of bone, and its therapeutic use dates back to Hippocrates. It began to be used in bone lengthening surgery with Ilizarov`s description of distraction osteogenesis. Low-energy osteotomies are preferred in bone lengthening surgery; they promote bone healing by preserving periosteal and endosteal circulation.
Distal Radius and Distal Ulna Fractures
Distal forearm fractures are a cornerstone of orthopedic traumatology. They range from simple extra-articular fractures to complex intra-articular injuries that threaten the functional integrity of the wrist and the Distal Radioulnar Joint (DRUJ).
Boutonniere Deformity
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Pediatric Septic Arthritis
Bacterial infection of a synovial joint causing acute purulent effusion and progressive articular cartilage destruction A true orthopaedic emergency — irreversible glycosaminoglycan loss begins within 8 hours of onset
Recent Literature Updates
View All →Optimal Tightrope Positioning for Adequate Syndesmotic Stabilization in Simulated Syndesmotic Injuries
Foot Ankle Orthop. 2025 Jun 19;10(2):24730114251342243. doi: 10.1177/24730114251342243. eCollection 2025 Apr. Optimal Tightrope Positioning for Adequate Syndesmotic Stabilization in Simulated Syndesmotic Injuries Mark A Goss et al.
Alignment Techniques in Total Knee Arthroplasty
Journal of Joint Surgery and Research (2023), Vol 1: 108–116, Yukihide Minoda
Quality of Life and Outcomes After Treatment Failure for Recurrent PJI of TKA
J Arthroplasty. 2026 May;41(5):1495-1501. doi: 10.1016/j.arth.2025.08.017. Epub 2025 Aug 19. Quality of Life and Outcomes After Treatment Failure for Recurrent Periprosthetic Joint Infection of Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Multicenter Retrospective Comparison of Transfemoral Amputation, Arthrodesis, and Permanent Spacer Romain Huguet et al.