Issue

The surgical management of calcaneus fractures is challenging and requires a thorough understanding of surgical goals, calcaneus anatomy, and a surgical approach that minimizes soft tissue risks. Few studies have examined the effect of residual calcaneal deformity post-injury on long-term outcomes.

Objectives

This study will examine the effects of residual deformity, as detailed by simulated weight-bearing CT, on patient outcomes after calcaneus fractures to better guide operative and clinical management of these complex injuries.

Anticipated Results

We predict the height, width, and coronal plane alignment (varus/valgus) of the calcaneus to have a larger impact on functional outcomes than does the articular reduction of the posterior facet in calcaneal fractures treated non-operatively and operatively.