Abstract
Mini-open techniques using special devices, introduced to preclude the complications of open and percutaneous techniques, have limited usefulness because of the need for the devices and the weak strength of the repair. We developed a mini-open technique using a ring forceps. This technique is easy to use and increases the strength of the repair with crossed sutures. Twenty-six consecutive patients were treated using a mini-open technique using a ring forceps for acute Achilles tendon rupture. American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) scores and Achilles tendon total rupture scores (ATRS) were evaluated at the last follow-up. The active range of motion of ankle joint and maximum calf circumference (MCC) were measured and compared with the uninjured side at the last follow-up, as well as hopping and single-limb heel-rise (SLHR) tests and isokinetic tests for ankle plantarflexion. AOFAS score and ATRS were 92.2 ± 9.4 and 89.9 ± 10.9, respectively, at the last follow-up. The MCC (p = .035) and maximum height of SLHR (p = .001) were significantly different between uninvolved and involved legs. No significant differences in mean peak torques for plantarflexion at angular speeds of 30°/s (60.9 ± 23.6 vs 50.8 ± 20.4 Nm/kg; p = .299) and 120°/s (31.6 ± 16 vs 29.6 ± 17.7 Nm/kg; p = .776) were observed between uninvolved and involved legs. The mini-open technique using a ring forceps for acute Achilles tendon rupture showed satisfactory clinical outcomes and favorable functional outcomes without complications.
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