Radiofrequency microtenotomy is as effective as plantar fasciotomy in the treatment of recalcitrant plantar fasciitis.
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Jan 1, 2016
This single-institution cohort analysis compared radiofrequency microtenotomy with plantar fasciotomy for recalcitrant plantar fasciitis, including a group receiving both procedures. Patient-reported outcomes (SF-36, AOFAS) and satisfaction/expectations were reportedly similar across procedures at 6 months and 1…
Effect of radiofrequency microtenotomy on degeneration of tendons: an experimental study on rabbits.
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Jan 1, 2014
This experimental rabbit study evaluated radiofrequency microtenotomy (Rf-mt) in prostaglandin E1-induced Achilles tendon degeneration. Rf-mt increased vascularity based on histopathology and immunohistochemistry. However, the authors report no significant difference in tendon healing compared with a sham-control…