The Development of Flat Foot After Ankle Fractures

In this study we are trying to determine the incidence of flat foot (also called pes planus) among patients who have had an ankle fracture. As compared to the general population, it is predicted that the incidence of pes planus will be higher among people who have fractured their ankle.

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Key information

Conditions

Pes Planus Ankle Fractures Ankle Injuries Congenital Abnormalities Congenital, Hereditary, and Neonatal Diseases and Abnormalities Flatfoot Foot Deformities Foot Deformities, Acquired Foot Deformities, Congenital Fractures, Bone Leg Injuries Limb Deformities, Congenital Lower Extremity Deformities, Congenital Musculoskeletal Abnormalities Musculoskeletal Diseases Talipes Wounds and Injuries

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

The Ottawa Hospital

Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 4E9, Canada

About this study

Pes planus may develop following ankle fractures due to additional injuries that are sustained at the time of ankle fracture. If this study can demonstrate an association, further research would investigate how to effectively treat the pes planus early to prevent it from becoming a symptomatic problem.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Patients will be considered eligible if:

They have sustained Weber type B or C ankle fractures and needed open reduction
They are 18 years of age or older
They are expected to be full weight bearing for at least 4 months to allow the potential of supporting structures to stretch and pes planus to develop

Exclusion criteria

Patients will be excluded if they already have flat foot in their non-fractured foot.
Patients with bilateral ankle fractures
Patients who are not competent to sign a consent form
A second fracture to the ankle
Pathological fractures
Patients with underlying cancer.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Ottawa Hospital Research Institute

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Registry information

Official study title

Pes Planus After Weber B and C Ankle Fractures

Important dates

Study start: 2006
Primary completion: 2010
Study completion: 2010
First posted: Jul 27, 2007
Registry last updated: Jul 21, 2011

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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