Implantation, Guide Pin Removal and Closure

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Implantation Once the appropriate sized Trial Implant and placement is determined, remove the trial implant The equivalent size sterile implant is placed onto the insertion tool over the Guide Pin and threaded in a clockwise direction until clinical correction is noted (Figure 9) Intra-operative imaging is essential to verify proper positioning of the implant (Refer to "Intra-Operative Radiographs") Once the implant has been properly positioned, assess the range of motion of the subtalar joint The appropriate size will allow 2-4 degrees of subtalar joint eversion

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Guide Pin Removal and Closure Remove the Guide Pin medially when satisfactory positioning of the MBA Implant is obtained (Figure 10) Copiously irrigate the area with saline and reevaluate subtalar joint motion Close the deep tissue, fascia, subcutaneous and skin layers Place the foot in a mildly compressive dressing

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