Gait and gluteus medius alterations after Trochanteric-Entry intramedullary nailing: A retrospective quantitative analysis

One year after trochanteric-entry IMN, patients exhibited persistent structural and functional asymmetries, including reduced step length, cadence, GMed thickness, and plantar pressure. Despite bone union and fracture healing, compensatory deficits remained evident. These findings highlight the need for postoperative rehabilitation protocols focusing on hip abductor strengthening, and gait re-education, as well as long-term monitoring of gluteus medius integrity.