Clinical Research Directory

Evaluation of a New Tool for Measuring Hindfoot Alignment Under Load and in 3D.

The automated TALAS measurement tool, working with the Cone Beam 3D scanner under load, provides a reproducible measurement of the Foot Ankle Offset (FAO). It is possible to determine an average value and the standard deviation of FAO in the relevant population. And to differentiate significantly the populations with a neutral alignment, varus or valgus.

Periarticular Injection Versus Popliteal Block

This study aims to determine the effectiveness and safety of two standard of care perioperative procedures for controlling pain following ankle and hindfoot osteotomy or fusion or ankle fracture repair.

Liposomal Bupivacaine With Dexamethasone for Foot Surgery

This study aims to understand the ideal formulation to utilize in saphenous nerve and popliteal nerve blocks for foot and ankle procedures. It will examine the use of liposomal bupivacaine alone or liposomal bupivacaine with dexamethasone prior to foot and ankle procedures in peripheral nerve blocks. We will compare liposomal bupivacaine (Exparel) and liposomal bupivacaine (Exparel) combined with dexamethasone to determine if the addition of dexamethasone significantly decreases postoperative narcotic use and prolongs analgesic effects when administered in a popliteal and saphenous block prior to foot and ankle orthopedic procedures.