Foot and Ankle Clinics
Scope & Guideline
Transforming knowledge into practice for orthopedic excellence.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Surgical Techniques and Innovations:
The journal emphasizes the latest surgical techniques and innovations related to foot and ankle disorders, including arthroplasty, osteotomy, and arthrodesis, providing practitioners with updated methodologies and outcomes. - Biomechanics and Pathomechanics:
A core focus on the biomechanics of the foot and ankle, examining the pathomechanical implications of various conditions and the influence of surgical interventions on gait and function. - Diagnosis and Imaging Advances:
Coverage of advancements in diagnostic imaging techniques such as MRI, CT, and ultrasound for effective assessment and management of foot and ankle conditions. - Conservative and Surgical Management:
Exploration of both conservative and surgical management strategies for common conditions, including hallux rigidus, ankle instability, and osteochondral lesions, offering a balanced view on treatment options. - Patient Outcomes and Quality of Life:
Discussion on the impact of various treatments on patient outcomes and quality of life, leveraging registry data and clinical studies to inform best practices. - Emerging Therapies and Technologies:
Inclusion of research on emerging therapies, including biological treatments and minimally invasive techniques, highlighting their potential to improve treatment outcomes.
Trending and Emerging
- Minimally Invasive Techniques:
There is a growing emphasis on minimally invasive surgical techniques, reflecting a trend towards procedures that reduce recovery time and improve patient outcomes. - Personalized Medicine and Tailored Approaches:
An increasing focus on personalized treatment approaches, including individualized surgical strategies and tailored rehabilitation protocols, is becoming more prevalent in the literature. - Outcomes Research and Data-Driven Practices:
A notable trend towards rigorous outcomes research, utilizing clinical data and registries to assess the effectiveness of interventions and inform clinical practices. - Biological and Regenerative Therapies:
Emerging interest in biological and regenerative therapies for treating foot and ankle conditions, such as stem cell therapies and tissue engineering, indicates a shift towards innovative treatment modalities. - Cavovarus and Diabetic Foot Disorders:
The journal has seen an uptick in discussions surrounding cavovarus deformities and diabetic foot complications, highlighting the increasing complexity and prevalence of these conditions in clinical practice.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Surgical Approaches:
There has been a noticeable decline in publications focused solely on traditional surgical approaches without innovation, as the field moves towards more advanced and minimally invasive techniques. - Basic Science Research:
Research that does not directly translate to clinical application or lacks a clear connection to patient outcomes has become less prominent, indicating a preference for studies with immediate relevance to practitioners. - Pediatric Foot and Ankle Disorders:
The frequency of articles specifically addressing pediatric conditions has decreased, suggesting a potential shift in focus towards adult populations and complex adult foot and ankle issues. - Generalized Reviews without Novel Insights:
The journal is moving away from generalized reviews that do not provide new insights or advancements, favoring articles that contribute original research or significant new perspectives.
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