Talocalcaneal coalition is an abnormal connection between the talus and calcaneum bones, which can cause painful, rigid, flat feet in older children and adolescents. The condition has 3 types of coalition: fibrous, cartilaginous, or bony, which can mature into a stiff cartilaginous bar and ossify into a rigid bar. This can result in severe symptoms for those affected. Clinicians in orthopedic surgery need to be aware of this condition, but it can also present in primary care or emergency settings. Therefore, accurate triage and consultation are essential for long-term prognosis. This activity reviews the condition’s epidemiology, pathophysiology, evaluation, and management, including the clinical decision-making algorithm for surgical or non-surgical intervention. The critical role of an interprofessional, collaborative team in managing this complex condition is emphasized.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/29866
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABOS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, Foot and Ankle, General Orthopaedics, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Pain Medicine, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Soft Tissue & Bone