Rotation of the first metatarsal, as a component of hallux abducto valgus, is rarely discussed and is not addressed as a component of most hallux valgus corrective procedures. We believe frontal plane rotation of the first metatarsal to be an integral component of hallux abducto valgus deformity (the "third plane of deformity") and believe de-rotation is necessary for complete deformity correct...

BACKGROUND Fibular shortening is one of the most common causes of ankle valgus deformity in children, and is frequently observed in patients with hereditary multiple exostoses (HME). It has been observed that the lateral distal tibial angle (LDTA) measured on the teleoradiograph differs from that on the ankle anteroposterior (AP) radiograph. The effect of the beam projection angle in the measur...

BACKGROUND The proximal medial opening wedge (PMOW) osteotomy has become more popular to treat moderate to severe hallux valgus with the recent development of specifically designed, low-profile modular plates. Despite the promising results previously reported in the literature, we have noted a high incidence of recurrence in patients treated with a PMOW. The purpose of this study was to report ...

Hallux valgus deformity is an often deformity in which first metatarsophalangeal joint is subluxated due to the lateral deviation of thumb and medial deviation of metatarsal bone. As deformity progresses, it results in function and uniformity loss, with lateral displacement of thumb and deformity of claw toe and hammer toe. Shoes’ pressure on bunion area causes its inflammation and pain. Conser...

Background: The maintenance of deformity in the ankle and hindfoot after correction of knee deformity following kneearthroplasty may cause abnormal tension in the knee and patient dissatisfaction. The aim of this study was to determinethe effect of knee arthroplasty on the hindfoot alignment in patients with severe genu varum and valgum.Methods: A total of 84 patients with pri...

BACKGROUND Total knee arthroplasty in joints with valgus or varus deformity is technically demanding. Careful soft tissue balance as well as restitution of anatomical knee axis has a profound effect on postoperative function of the joint, however little is known about differences in subjective stability following surgery between preoperative valgus and varus knees. MATERIAL AND METHODS Studie...

The painful pes planovalgus foot type includes a range of deformities. Causes for the symptomatic pes valgus deformity include posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, subluxation of the talus, triceps surae or isolated gastrocnemius equinus, traumatic tendon rupture, ligament laxity, and various neuromuscular imbalances. Detailed discussion of the anatomy and physiology of the symptomatic pes plan...

Background: Hallux valgus the most common forefoot deformity stretches the medial cutaneous nerve. There is a paucity of information regarding neuropathy associated with this often-progressive deformation. Methods: The current study involves two groups: 30 patients examined prior to hallux valgus surgery and 30 foot surgery candidates without hallux valgus that were scheduled for a different op...

hallux valgus or the lateral deviation of the great toe is a complex disease. if it is not treated, it will cause the deviation of other toes. hallux valgus is three times more common in females and may cause uncomfortable deformity of the foot, problems in putting on unsuitable and narrow toe box shoes, and pain on the medial side of the first metatarsophalangeal joint; therefore, patients see...

Introduction: The most common cause of ankle osteoarthritis (OA) is posttraumatic, with around 80% of all cases, followed by primary and secondary ankle OA. Patients often present wit asymmetric involvement of the tibiotalar joint, resulting in valgus or varus deformity of the ankle and hindfoot. The etiology of asymmetric arthritic ankles can be divided into 2 main etiologic and morphologic gr...