Interpositional Grafting

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CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Hallux rigidus refers to the condition of degenerative arthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) with proliferative osteophyte formation and joint space narrowing leading to decreased…

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Replacement: Unipolar Options and Rationale

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CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Hallux rigidus is a painful and disabling condition. Hallux metatarsophalangeal joint unipolar arthroplasty is a surgical treatment option for this condition. The history, indications, surgical technique,…

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Replacement: Bipolar Options and Rationale

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CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Hallux rigidus is a painful and disabling condition. Hallux metatarsophalangeal joint bipolar arthroplasty is a surgical treatment option for this condition. The history, indications, surgical technique,…

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Arthrodesis with Realignment

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CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Posttraumatic arthritis coupled with malunion of the calcaneus represents a disabling condition after displaced calcaneal fractures. Treatment is aimed at eliminating pain by fusing the affected…

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Fusion: When and How

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CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: The goal of this chapter is to discuss the indications, techniques, and outcomes for great toe metatarsophalangeal fusions. The importance of optimal position for fusion is…

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Midfoot Arthritis: Nonoperative Treatment and Arthrodesis

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CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Osteoarthritis of the midfoot may be treated initially with nonoperative measures, which include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication, a custom-molded insert, and a rocker bottom–soled shoe. If this…

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Hallux Rigidus Etiology

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CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: An arthritic disorder of the first metatarsophalangeal joint associated with osteophytes, possible due to cumulative trauma and chronic joint changes. There is limited joint motion and…

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Hallux Rigidus: Conservative Treatment

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CHAPTER PREVIEW CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Limited great toe motion, primarily loss of dorsiflextion, and painful motion are the hallmark. Radiographs may show loose bodies dorsally, a condition that generally does not…

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