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Comparison of surgical findings between LIPUS and non-LIPUS groups
| Non-LIPUS treatment group | LIPUS treatment group | P value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type of Acutrak screw (4/5 / Plus) | 19/25 | 24/33 | 1.00 |
| Screw length (mm) | 47.2 ± 4.3 | 47.7 ± 3.5 | 0.57 |
| Ratio of the screw length to the fifth metatarsal length (%) | 59.7 ± 4.3 | 60.8 ± 4.4 | 0.17 |
LIPUS Low-intensity pulsed ultrasound
* P value < 0.05
