Hallux valgus – the malposition of the big toe popularly known as bunion – is one of the most common foot disorders in the Western world, often developing in childhood due to wearing shoes that are too tight or too small. How does hallux valgus develop and what are its symptoms? What is hallux valgus? … Hallux Valgus (Bunion)
Introduction Hallux rigidus describes an arthritic change with an associated increase in bony tissue at the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe, which can be very painful and significantly affects the movement and rolling motion of the foot. Operation of the hallux rigidus Basically, the most promising conservative therapy for hallux rigidus is rarely used … Operation of a hallux rigidus
Sick leave after surgery Depending on the course of the disease, there comes a time when the patients can no longer practice their profession due to the pathological process and require a sick note. The aim is to spare the hallux rigidus for a certain period of time and to start a therapy in order … Sick leave after surgery | Operation of a hallux rigidus
The Hallux rigidus splint Often the last possibility to treat a hallux rigidus appropriately is surgery. At the end of this procedure, a wire is usually inserted lengthwise into the foot to support the operated metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe during the first days and weeks of recovery and to secure the position of … The Hallux rigidus splint
Introduction Big toe metatarsophalangeal joint arthrosis is also known as “hallux rigidus” and is a disease of the forefoot. This clinical picture is characterized by arthrosis in the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe, i.e. so-called joint degeneration. After hallux valgus, metatarsophalangeal joint arthrosis is the second most common disease of the foot. It manifests … Metatarsophalangeal joint arthrosis
Diagnostics To diagnose arthritis of the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe, both a detailed anamnesis interview and a clinical examination are important. During the inspection of the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe, small lumps, the bony protrusions, are visible on the dorsal and medial side of the metatarsal bone. In addition, limited dorsal … Diagnostics | Metatarsophalangeal joint arthrosis
