Foot & Ankle Focus - Midfoot Arthritis: The Challenges, Solutions, and Unmet Needs 

Wednesday, April 7, 2021
7:00 - 8:00 pm CT

Moderator: Judith Baumhauer, MD 
Faculty: Mark Glazebrook, MD, PhD, Tim Daniels, MD, Alastair Younger, MD

Midfoot arthritis is a common foot problem representing approximately 12% of people over the age of 50 years.  Due to the diverse presentation of pain, functional limitations, shoe complaints and swelling, diagnosis targeting the specific joints contributing to the problems can be difficult.  The multi-segmental, interdigitating block of related joints poses challenges with fusion treatment as it may impact the load and forces on adjacent joints.  The webinar will highlight and present solutions to  problems and unmet needs  contributing to the diagnosis and treatment of midfoot arthritis.  Cases illustrating highlighted points will be presented.

At the conclusion of this webinar, you will be able to:

• Know the anatomy of the midfoot joints
• Identify common patient complaints related to midfoot arthritis
• Employ surgical techniques for midfoot arthritis treatment
• Be aware of the complications of surgery and unment needs with current surgical treaments