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Hallux Valgus

Feature
01/26/2016
Although the Lapidus bunionectomy has a proven track record for the treatment of hallux valgus, complications can occur. This author provides a guide to rectifying such post-op events as non-union, malunion, excessive shortening and bunion...
Although the Lapidus bunionectomy has a proven track record for the treatment of hallux valgus, complications can occur. This author provides a guide to rectifying such post-op events as non-union, malunion, excessive shortening and bunion...
Although the Lapidus...
01/26/2016
Podiatry Today
Feature
08/18/2015
Yes. As these authors argue, surgeons may resect the medial eminence to facilitate other bunion procedures, prevent potential complications and enhance patient satisfaction. By David Yeager, DPM, FASPS, FACFAS, and Katherine Hagmann, DPM
Yes. As these authors argue, surgeons may resect the medial eminence to facilitate other bunion procedures, prevent potential complications and enhance patient satisfaction. By David Yeager, DPM, FASPS, FACFAS, and Katherine Hagmann, DPM
Yes. As these authors argue,...
08/18/2015
Podiatry Today
Feature
03/20/2015
Emphasizing frontal plane correction with the modified Lapidus arthrodesis reportedly offers an array of benefits including the restoration of normal or near normal anatomic alignment, improved first MPJ range of motion, and a reduced risk of...
Emphasizing frontal plane correction with the modified Lapidus arthrodesis reportedly offers an array of benefits including the restoration of normal or near normal anatomic alignment, improved first MPJ range of motion, and a reduced risk of...
Emphasizing frontal plane...
03/20/2015
Podiatry Today
Surgical Pearls
02/20/2015
The Lapidus bunionectomy provides stable, dependable reduction of hallux valgus and gives excellent stability to the medial column. A common sequela following bunionectomy is deformity recurrence.
The Lapidus bunionectomy provides stable, dependable reduction of hallux valgus and gives excellent stability to the medial column. A common sequela following bunionectomy is deformity recurrence.
The Lapidus bunionectomy...
02/20/2015
Podiatry Today
11/21/2014
Osteoarthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint may lead to patients having symptoms of both hallux valgus and hallux rigidus, not to mention pain with prolonged activity and difficulty for women in wearing high heels. Accordingly, this...
Osteoarthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint may lead to patients having symptoms of both hallux valgus and hallux rigidus, not to mention pain with prolonged activity and difficulty for women in wearing high heels. Accordingly, this...
Osteoarthritis of the first...
11/21/2014
Podiatry Today
Surgical Pearls
08/20/2014
Hallux valgus is a common first ray deformity that can affect the stability of the forefoot. Those with the deformity have complaints of pain, difficulty with ambulation and cosmetic concerns. When conservative measures fail to provide...
Hallux valgus is a common first ray deformity that can affect the stability of the forefoot. Those with the deformity have complaints of pain, difficulty with ambulation and cosmetic concerns. When conservative measures fail to provide...
Hallux valgus is a common first...
08/20/2014
Podiatry Today