Hayden L. Hoffler, DPM, AACFAS

How much reduction of the first intermetatarsal (IM) angle can a surgeon obtain with first MPJ fusion? With this in mind, these authors review the literature and discuss key factors that affect IM angle correction in relation to first MPJ...

How much reduction of the first...

01/29/2021

Podiatry Today

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Is There an Optimal Position for First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Fusions?

10/01/2023

Paul T. Shaffer , DPM, AACFAS;

Hayden L. Hoffler , DPM, AACFAS;

Taking a closer look at the literature, these authors explore the best position for first metatarsophalangeal joint fusion, and how to address malunion when it occurs.

Taking a closer look at the...

10/01/2023

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Is MIS a Viable Alternative to the Lapidus for Larger Bunions?

09/30/2022

Matthew A. King Jr., DPM, AACFAS;

Trevor E. Black , DPM, FACFAS;

Hayden L. Hoffler , DPM, AACFAS;

For larger bunions, surgeons can effectively use the Lapidus to correct deformities in the sagittal and frontal planes. These authors examine the literature to see if minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has evolved enough to be as effective.

For larger bunions, surgeons can...

09/30/2022

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A Closer Look at the “Goalpost” Technique for Distal Chevron Osteotomy Provisional Fixation

03/23/2022

Dekarlos M. Dial , DPM, FACFAS;

Clark K. Brackney , DPM;

Cody D. Blazek , DPM;

Hayden L. Hoffler , DPM, AACFAS;

Nicholas S. Powers , DPM, AACFAS;

Patrick R. Burns , DPM, FACFAS, FASPS;

This article presents a novel technique for temporary fixation for the distal Chevron osteotomy for hallux valgus. The authors theorize that the use of this “goalpost” technique produces a simple, stable, and reproducible outcome that...

This article presents a novel...

03/23/2022

Podiatry Today