The anamnesis (medical history) represents an important component in the diagnosis of hallux rigidus.
Family history
- Are there any hereditary diseases in your family?
- Are there frequent arthritic changes such as hallux rigidus in your family?
Social history
- What is your profession?
- Do you often wear shoes with high heels?
Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints).
- What changes have you noticed in your feet or big toes?
- Does the change exist on one or both sides?
- How long has this change existed?
- How has the change been treated so far?
- Do you have any other deformities? At the knee, hip, spine, etc.?
Vegetative anamnesis incl. nutritional anamnesis.
- Are you overweight? Please tell us your body weight (in kg) and height (in cm).
Self anamnesis incl. medication anamnesis
- Pre-existing conditions (gout, rheumatic diseases, orthopedic diseases).
- Operations
- Allergies
- Medication history
