Hallux Rigidus: 1st MTPJ OA Flashcards
1
Q
what is hallux rigidus
A
OA of first MTPJ
2
Q
what is conservative treatment
A
wearing stiff soled shoes to limit motion at MTPJ, removal of osteophytes can help when dorsal osteophytes impinge during dorsiflexion
3
Q
what is the gold standard surgical treatment
A
arthrodesis
4
Q
what is a negative of arthrodesis
A
no motion, women can’t wear heels
5
Q
what do first MTP joint replacements include
A
ceramic total joint replacement and metal hemi-arthroplasties
6
Q
are failure rates high
A
yes
