Dorsal wedge osteotomy of the proximal phalanx for hallux rigidus. Long-term results.

نویسندگان

  • N Citron
  • M Neil
چکیده

Eight women had 10 toes treated for hallux rigidus by dorsal wedge osteotomy of the proximal phalanx and were reviewed after an average follow-up of 22 years. Five toes were symptom-free, four others did not restrict walking, and only one had required metatarsophalangeal fusion. We conclude that dorsal wedge osteotomy affords long-lasting benefits for hallux rigidus in the adolescent female.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • The Journal of bone and joint surgery. British volume

دوره 69 5  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 1987