Arthrofibrosis of the Ankle.
Foot Ankle Orthop
; 5(4): 2473011420970463, 2020 Oct.
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ABSTRACT
Arthrofibrosis is a common, but often overlooked, condition that imparts significant morbidity following injuries and surgery to the foot and ankle. The most common etiologies are related to soft tissue trauma with subsequent fibrotic and contractile scar tissue formation within the ligaments and capsule of the ankle. This leads to pain, alterations in gait, and ankle dysfunction. Initial treatment often includes extensive physical therapy, however, if severe enough surgical options exist. Although the literature regarding ankle arthrofibrosis is scarce, this review article provides a greater understanding of the pathogenesis of arthrofibrosis and describes the current and future therapeutic options to treat fibrotic joints. Level of Evidence Level V, expert opinion.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
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En
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Foot Ankle Orthop
Ano de publicação:
2020
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Article
País de afiliação:
Estados Unidos