Management of severe injuries to the heel (displaced intra-articular calcaneus fractures) continues to be a major challenge for orthopedic surgeons. Previous studies have demonstrated poor outcomes, and results show that patients experience long-term pain and decreased quality of life postoperatively. Poor outcomes are driven by pain, in particular, which is linked to post-traumatic subtalar arthritis.
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Return to Work/Duty - Metabolic Equivalent for Tasks (METs) Score
Timeframe: Week 6
Return to Work/Duty - Metabolic Equivalent for Tasks (METs) Score
Timeframe: Week 12
Return to Work/Duty - Metabolic Equivalent for Tasks (METs) Score
Timeframe: Month 6
Return to Work/Duty - Metabolic Equivalent for Tasks (METs) Score
Timeframe: Month 12