Contemporary approaches to stage II and III hallux rigidus: the role of metallic hemiarthroplasty of the proximal phalanx.

Taranow, Warren S; Moutsatson, Michael J; Cooper, Jonathan M · Foot Ankle Clin · 2005

case_series · Level IV

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Abstract

Metallic proximal phalangeal hemiarthroplasty has been described for the surgical treatment of moderate to severe hallux rigidus. This long-term follow-up of an extended case series of 37 patients who underwent the index operation demonstrated a high rate (93%) of patient satisfaction, and significant improvement in Foot Function Index scores.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy