CME OnDemand: New Advances in Sports and Forefoot/MIS - What's New and What's Next?-MIS Lesser Toes

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Video Summary

In the video, Dr. Jonathan Kaplan discusses minimally invasive surgery (MIS) techniques for the lesser toes. He explains that while the topic may not be the most exciting, he believes there are many effective procedures that can significantly improve patient outcomes. He mentions several techniques, including distal metatarsal metaphyseal osteotomy (DMMO), periarticular osteotomies for hammer toes and claw toes, soft tissue releases, autocorrect varus and valgus deformities with aconets, bunionette deformity correction, and the role of metatarsus seductus in forefoot issues. Dr. Kaplan highlights the benefits of MIS, such as same outcomes but faster recovery, less pain, stiffness, and wound complications, better cosmesis, and quicker return to work. He provides detailed descriptions of the techniques, emphasizes the importance of proper technique to avoid complications, and discusses the use of fixation in certain cases. Dr. Kaplan also mentions studies and provides radiographic examples to support the effectiveness of these techniques. He concludes by expressing his belief that MIS techniques will continue to improve outcomes and minimize complications.

Keywords

minimally invasive surgery

lesser toes

distal metatarsal metaphyseal osteotomy

periarticular osteotomies

soft tissue releases

bunionette deformity correction