Abstract:The treatment of advanced hallux rigidus or hallux valgus, particularly in a lower-demand population, has traditionally relied on either fusion of the first metatarsophalangeal joint, or resection arthroplasty. A subset of patients may be deemed poor candidates for fusion, either because of poor healing parameters, or the desire to avoid loss of motion of the joint. Traditional resection arthroplasty, with the Keller technique, carries a high complication rate and poor functional results. The Crescentic Obliqu… Show more
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