| Percutaneous Zadek Osteotomy for Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy. Gonzalez TA · Foot Ankle Clin · 2026 · Narrative review | 2026 | Narrative reviewLevel V |
| Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy: A Minimally Invasive Approach. Schultz JD · Foot Ankle Clin · 2026 · Narrative review | 2026 | Narrative reviewLevel V |
| Minimally Invasive Zadek Osteotomy vs Open Achilles Debridement for Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy in Athletes: A Retrospective Comparative Cohort Study. Genuth G · Foot Ankle Int · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Ultrasound-Guided Percutaneous Tendon Dry Needling for Recalcitrant Distal Biceps Tendinopathy: A Case Series. Granger A · Int J Sports Phys Ther · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Insertional Achilles tendinopathy State of pathology: Insertional tendon tendinopathies. Elkaïm M · Orthop Traumatol Surg Res · 2026 · Narrative review | 2026 | Narrative reviewLevel V |
| Biomechanical comparison of parallel versus convergent screw fixation in Zadek osteotomy. Ramirez C · Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol · 2026 · Comparative study | 2026 | Comparative studyLevel II-III |
| Transition from open surgery to ultrasound-guided minimally invasive surgery for insertional Achilles tendinopathy: similar patient-reported outcomes and substantially lower treatment costs. Lindén L · BMC Musculoskelet Disord · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Minimally Invasive Revision Surgery Combining Endoscopic Double-Row Reinsertion and Flexor Hallucis Longus Transfer for Insertional Achilles Tendon Re-Rupture in a Semi-Professional Rugby Player: A Case Report. Santos-Moreira A · J Clin Med · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Combined Endoscopic SpeedBridge™ Reinsertion and Proximal Medial Gastrocnemius Lengthening for Chronic Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy in an Elite Sprinter: A Case Report. Lopes R · J Orthop Case Rep · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Endoscopic Calcaneoplasty Achieves Excellent Functional Outcomes in Haglund's Deformity. Ong SSL · Arthrosc Sports Med Rehabil · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Impact of BMI on two-year clinical outcomes following surgical treatment of insertional achilles tendinopathy. Tan YJ · Foot Ankle Surg · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Surgical outcomes of insertional Achilles tendinopathy: A comparison of techniques with and without FHL transfer. Ateş G · J Foot Ankle Surg · 2026 · Comparative study | 2026 | Comparative studyLevel II-III |
| The Impact of Hinge Position and Wedge Orientation in Zadek Osteotomy across Different Foot Morphologies: A Virtual Surgical Simulation Study. Gardini G · Foot Ankle Orthop · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Arthroscopic vs Percutaneous Minimally Invasive Debridement and Reinsertion for the Treatment of Insertional Achilles Tendinosis: A Retrospective Analysis of Patient-Reported Outcomes. Rivera S · Foot Ankle Orthop · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Results of Achilles Insertional Repair Techniques: Minimally Invasive Compared to Open Repair. Acevedo JI · Foot Ankle Orthop · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Pain and functional outcomes following open surgical treatment of Haglund syndrome using suture anchor-based Achilles repair: a prospective cohort study. Jaiswal S · Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| The role of haglund deformity and calcaneal morphology in insertional achilles tendinopathy: Radiographic analysis in a matched surgical cohort. Tay AYW · J Foot Ankle Surg · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Outcomes of open versus minimally invasive Zadek osteotomy in treatment of insertional Achilles tendinopathy. Gengatharan D · Foot Ankle Surg · 2026 · Comparative study | 2026 | Comparative studyLevel II-III |
| Recovery After Surgery for Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy With and Without Bioinductive Scaffold Augmentation: A Retrospective Comparative Cohort Study. Genuth G · Orthop J Sports Med · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Postoperative sural nerve entrapment following lateral heel surgery: a case report. Piras N · BMC Musculoskelet Disord · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Current concepts and management of insertional Achilles tendinopathy and calcific insertional Achilles tendinopathy. Maffulli N · Br Med Bull · 2026 · Narrative review | 2026 | Narrative reviewLevel V |
| Influence of retrocalcaneal bursal effusion on the mechanical behavior of the Achilles tendon insertion during ankle dorsiflexion: a cadaveric study. Sakamoto K · Surg Radiol Anat · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| [Translated article] Mid- to long-term radiological and functional outcomes after calcaneoplasty with Achilles tendon reinsertion for insertional tendinopathy. López-Hernández C · Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Mid- to long-term radiological and functional outcomes after calcaneoplasty with Achilles tendon reinsertion for insertional tendinopathy. López-Hernández C · Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Percutaneous Debridement and Double-Row Repair for Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy With Immediate Postoperative Weightbearing: A Consecutive Case Series. Martin KD · Foot Ankle Orthop · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| [Minimally invasive surgery for insertional Achilles tendinopathy : Do Haglund resection, refixation of the Achilles tendon and Zadek osteotomy also work using minimally invasive techniques?]. Lerch M · Orthopadie (Heidelb) · 2026 · Narrative review | 2026 | Narrative reviewLevel V |
| Return to Sport and Functional Outcomes After Minimally Invasive Zadek Osteotomy for Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy in Young Athletes: A Retrospective Case Series. Genuth G · Foot Ankle Orthop · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| All-endoscopic autologous suspension fixation of semitendinosus tendon and gracilis tendon for insertional chronic Achilles tendon rupture: operative technique and outcomes. Han H · Int Orthop · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Cadaveric evaluation of achilles tendon damage during minimally invasive Haglund's resection. Meyer C · J Foot Ankle Surg · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Shockwave Therapy for Midportion and Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy: A Nail in the Coffin? A Systematic Review With Meta-Analysis. Korakakis V · J Orthop Sports Phys Ther · 2026 · Systematic review / meta-analysisKey paper | 2026 | Systematic review / meta-analysisLevel I-II |
| Open vs Endoscopic Surgical Treatment for Haglund Deformity: A Systematic Review, Meta-analysis, and Meta-regression. Guedes A · Foot Ankle Orthop · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| There Is No Role for Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in Chronic Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy: A Comparative Study with Conservative Treatment. Ulusoy İ · J Am Podiatr Med Assoc · 2026 · Comparative study | 2026 | Comparative studyLevel II-III |
| Short-term Outcomes of Percutaneous Zadek Osteotomy for Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy in Cavus vs Non-Cavus Feet: A Comparative Multi-Center Study. Lewis TL · Foot Ankle Orthop · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Influence of bump height and bump-calcaneus ratio on clinical outcomes following calcaneoplasty for Haglund's deformity: a prospective study. Altıntaş K · BMC Musculoskelet Disord · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Radiation Exposure in Percutaneous Zadek Osteotomy vs Open Haglund Resection: A Retrospective Comparative Study. Harrison P · Foot Ankle Orthop · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| The Relationship Between Calcaneal Bump Height and Progressive Collapsing Foot Deformity on Weight-Bearing Lateral Radiographs: Cross-Sectional Study in Adult Males. Tuncez HC · Diagnostics (Basel) · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy with Haglund's Deformity: A Progressive Approach to Post-Operative Rehabilitation in Athletes. Dudek M · Int J Sports Phys Ther · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Therapeutic Role of Concentrated Growth Factors in the Management of Chronic Heel Tendinopathies: A Prospective Interventional Study. Singh BP · Cureus · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| Quantitative Radiographic Morphology of Posterior Calcaneal Spurs Independently Predicts Patient-Centered Outcomes After Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy for Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy: An MCID and PASS Analysis. Aykaç B · J Clin Med · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |
| [Effectiveness of all-arthroscopic gastrocnemius aponeurosis release and Achilles tendon insertion debridement in treatment of Haglund's disease]. Jia R · Zhongguo Xiu Fu Chong Jian Wai Ke Za Zhi · 2026 · Observational / other | 2026 | Observational / otherLevel III-IV |