Award
NIH Reporter #5R01AR082952-04
Morphologic and Kinematic Adaptations of the Subtalar Joint after Ankle Fusion Surgery in Patients with Varus-type Ankle Osteoarthritis
Recipient
Utah State Higher Education System--University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
Award Amount
$510,960.00
Ceiling
$510,960.00
Awarded
July 23, 2026
Identifier
5R01AR082952-04
This NIH-funded research project studies the anatomical and functional changes in the subtalar joint following ankle fusion surgery in patients with varus-type ankle osteoarthritis, aiming to improve surgical outcomes and reduce secondary arthritis.
Description
The research aims to provide quantitative characterization of anatomical form and its relationship with function in patients undergoing ankle fusion surgery to treat ankle osteoarthritis. It seeks to improve surgical outcomes and reduce secondary subtalar arthritis by longitudinally evaluating the effects of ankle fusion on the form and function of the subtalar joint in vivo.