Treatment of hallux valgus with increased distal metatarsal articular angle: use of double and triple osteotomies.

Abstract

The treatment of the congruent hallux valgus deformity requires special consideration for a successful outcome to be obtained. The distal metatarsal articular angle is of critical importance in this deformity. The goal of correction is to achieve a realigned first ray and preserve the congruent first metatarsophalangeal articulation. In patients with an increased distal metatarsal articular angle and congruent joint, the use of double and triple first ray osteotomies must be used to achieve satisfactory correction.