Specialized tools are used to "scoop out" (craterization) or remove the damaged bone fragments.
If a large void is left, surgeons may use bone grafts or synthetic materials to maintain the foot's structural integrity. Recovery and Outcomes 28120.mp4
Removing painful calcifications on the heel or ankle that interfere with daily movement. The Surgical Process Specialized tools are used to "scoop out" (craterization)
Common reasons a surgeon would perform this "craterization" or "sequestrectomy" include: 28120.mp4