Abstract: Systems and devices for compressing a 5th metatarsal fracture of the foot are provided. A bone fixation device is provided that includes an opening for receiving a bone screw. The device also includes at least one hook sized and configured to be placed at the base of the 5th metatarsal bone of the foot. Drill guides and bone tap guides are also provided that include at least one hook sized and configured to placed at the base of the 5th metatarsal bone of the foot.

Abstract: A guiding apparatus, system, method, and forceps device for facilitating placement of sutures in a surgical procedure. The apparatus including a shaft portion having a non-circular aperture extending laterally therethrough and a blade portion having a shank extending at an angle from the shaft portion and a blade having a blade aperture extending from the shank. The system includes a plurality of the apparatuses held substantially parallel by an elongated rod through the apertures of the shafts. The blade apertures guide the at least one suture to a desired location to pierce through a target body tissue.

Abstract: A system and method is provided for managing sores, ulcers, and wounds. An orthopedic boot comprises, a sole; a support member connected to and upwardly extending from the sole, the support member being adapted to secure the boot to a foot of a subject; and a plurality of support columns removably coupled to and upwardly extending from the sole.