Osteotomies for Hallux Valgus

Osteotomy for hallux valgus.

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Phalangeal Osteotomy for Hallux Valgus

Adequate correction of hallux valgus may be attempted at various levels of the first ray complex, depending on appropriate determination of the apex of the deformity. Methods of correction may include first metatarsal base osteotomy and first metatarsal head osteotomy as well as uncomplicated first metatarsophalangeal joint soft tissue realignment. In those instances in which the major deformit...

Short-term results after distal metatarsal osteotomies for hallux valgus, using a biodegradable Magnesium-implant

Introduction: Biodegradable implants can help to minimize the risk for hardware removal after forefoot surgery. Magnesiumalloy implants are a new material for this indication. Material and Method: 22 patients treated for symptomatic Hallux valgus deformity, by a distal metatarsal osteotomy, using a biodegradable Mg-Implant could be included in a prospective study. Results: One patient had a tra...

Comparative study between Wilson and Mitchell metatarsal osteotomies for the treatment of hallux valgus in adults.

Although Mitchell osteotomy and Wilson osteotomy are two popular methods for the treatment of hallux valgus, there are no studies directly comparing their results. Fifty-six patients (73 feet) who underwent a Wilson osteotomy and 30 patients (34 feet) who had a Mitchell osteotomy were followed for a mean period of 33.7 and 38.9 months, respectively. The results were comparable in terms of hallu...

First Metatarsal Osteotomies for Correction of Hallux Valgus: A Finite Element Model