Intraoperative Reduction Techniques for Surgical Management of Displaced Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures

Abstract

Fractures of the calcaneus are detrimental injuries, often caused by high-energy trauma. To best restore the functionality of a limb and allow normal ambulation, it is recommended to repair displaced intra-articular calcaneus fractures surgically. This article presents several methods of reduction and repair of the calcaneus. Traditionally, calcaneal fractures have been repaired through a lateral extensile incision that has been shown to have a high percentage of wound healing complications. In recent times, there has been a shift toward minimally invasive and sinus tarsi incisional approaches in the repair of calcaneus fractures.

Keywords: Calcaneus fracture; ORIF; Open reduction internal fixation; Reduction.