Technique tip: use of anterior cruciate ligament jig for hindfoot fusion by calcanio-talo-tibial nail.

BACKGROUND

The use of intramedullary nail fixation for tibio-talo-calcaneal fusion is gaining popularity. There is chance of failure of procedure following faulty operative technique specially alignment.

METHODS

The article describes a useful application of tibial tunnel jig in inserting the calcanio-talo-tibial guide wire.

RESULTS

There is precision of few millimeters in the exit point of guide wire on talus.

CONCLUSIONS

The authors believe that this helps in better positioning of nail and hence better alignment and better operative outcome.