Hindfoot Nail Positioning: WBCT-Based Simulation Indicates Valgus Angulation of Straight Nails Is Necessary to Obtain Appropriate Hindfoot Alignment | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
Hindfoot Nail Positioning: WBCT-Based Simulation Indicates Valgus Angulation of Straight Nails Is Necessary to Obtain Appropriate Hindfoot Alignment
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Appropriate hindfoot alignment depends on valgus angulation during nail positioning.
Results indicate a need for adjustments in surgical techniques based on WBCT simulations.
The analysis utilized a retrospective cohort design to assess alignment outcomes.
Implications highlight the importance of considering nail angulation for improved surgical success.