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Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Calcaneal Fractures Through a Combined Medial and Lateral Approach Using a Small Incision Technique

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Principles endure while technology advances. The evaluation and management of calcaneal fractures has evolved as new technology has been used to apply proven principles. Smaller incisions and the use of titanium locking plates designed for the limited incisions to accomplish ORIF of calcaneal fractures represent such an advance.

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  1. Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Center of Hampton Roads, The Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center, Chesapeake, VA, USA

    Michael M. Romash

  2. United Services University of Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD, USA

    Michael M. Romash

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    Nicola Maffulli

  2. Duke Health Center, Crutchfield Street 407, Durham, 27704-2726, North Carolina, USA

    Mark Easley

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Romash, M.M. (2010). Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Calcaneal Fractures Through a Combined Medial and Lateral Approach Using a Small Incision Technique. In: Maffulli, N., Easley, M. (eds) Minimally Invasive Surgery of the Foot and Ankle. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84996-417-3_21

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