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♦ Mid- and forefoot injuries are common
♦ Minimally displaced and stable injuries allow early weight-bearing rehabilitation and lead to a good functional outcome
♦ Displaced and unstable injuries require restoration of the length, alignment, and joint congruency followed by stable fixation
♦ Respect the soft tissue element of the foot injury.
♦ Mid- and forefoot injuries are common
♦ Minimally displaced and stable injuries allow early weight-bearing rehabilitation and lead to a good functional outcome
♦ Displaced and unstable injuries require restoration of the length, alignment, and joint congruency followed by stable fixation
♦ Respect the soft tissue element of the foot injury.
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Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery
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Surgical Skills
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