Hallux interphalangeal joint arthrodesis.

Abstract

Multiple osteotomies and forms of fixation have been proposed for arthrodesis of the hallucal interphalangeal joint. In this brief article, the authors present their preferred "V"-shaped osteotomy combined with the use of internal fixation to allow for intrinsic stability and compression across the fusion site. The authors propose that this basic technique be considered in order to obtain reproducible results in patients requiring hallux interphalangeal joint arthrodesis.