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The present study highlights the commonly held opinion that a modular kinematic rotating hinged total knee prosthesis has a role for salvage reconstruction of the knee. In light of the relatively high rate of complications, we believe that this salvage procedure should be reserved primarily for elderly and sedentary patients.

The majority of patients sustaining Jones fractures have evidence of varus hindfoot alignment. This may be a predisposing factor to developing the fracture or refracture after fixation. Postoperative varus unloading (lateral hindfoot and forefoot posting) orthotic insert appears to be helpful in preventing reinjury or refracture of Jones fractures.

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Patients with severely compromised bone stock in whom the use of a conventional prosthesis is precluded because of an inability to achieve adequate fixation may be candidates for proximal femoral replacement. Our short-term results suggest that this is a viable salvage procedure for these patients.

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Reconstruction of the MPFL provides excellent stability and functional outcomes for patients with recurrent patellar instability.

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