João Carvalho-Pereira, André Santos-Moreira, Paulo-Diogo Cunha, Joana Azevedo, Tiago Barbosa, Pedro Varanda, Guilherme Lacueva-França
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Introduction: Talo-navicular (TN) arthrodesis addresses hindfoot deformities and arthritis, lacking a standard surgical approach. This study explores the efficacy of a post-and-screw implant in talo-navicular joint arthrodesis. Methods: Cases of hindfoot arthrodesis from 2018–2022 with a one-year follow-up were analysed. Data included demographics, fusion rates, complications, and functional status via Foot Function Index (FFI) and Visual Analog Scale (VAS). Results: 24 patients (average age: 62) underwent surgery for flat-valgus foot (42%). 66,7% reported VAS < 5, with mean FFI score of 30 (Standard Deviation (SD) = 13). Fusion rate was 87,5%, with low complications. Conclusion: Post-and-screw arthrodesis yielded favourable outcomes, representing a valuable option for talonavicular fusion.