Hallux Rigidus
A 58-year-old woman presents with progressive pain and stiffness of her right great toe. She reports difficulty walking and cannot wear heels. Examination reveals limited dorsiflexion (15 degrees) with crepitus and palpable dorsal osteophytes. Radiographs demonstrate Coughlin grade III hallux rigidus. Regarding first MTP arthrodesis for hallux rigidus:
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First MTP arthrodesis is the gold standard surgical treatment for end-stage hallux rigidus (Coughlin...
The Coughlin-Shurnas classification grades hallux rigidus from 0 to IV based on dorsiflexion range, ...
First MTP fusion is absolutely contraindicated in patients with diabetes, peripheral vascular diseas...
Other indications for first MTP arthrodesis include: failed hallux valgus correction, severe rheumat...
Relative contraindications include: significant IP joint arthritis (creates stiff hallux column), in...
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