作者: Haley M. McKissack , Yvonne E. Chodaba , Tyler R. Bell , Eva J. Lehtonen , Ibukunoluwa B. Araoye
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摘要: Background:For many patients, returning to driving after right foot and ankle surgery is a concern, it not uncommon for patients ask if may be performed with their left foot. A paucity of literature exists guide physician recommendations return driving. The purpose this study was describe the habits right-sided assess safety left-footed using simulator.Methods:Patients who underwent or operations between January 2015 December were retrospectively identified. survey assessing prior during recovery period administered via REDCap database through email telephone. Additionally, simulated scenarios conducted simulator in 20 volunteer subjects compare characteristics left- versus right-footed driving.Results:Thirty-six 96 (37%) responded reported post...