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Small osteophytes are frequently encountered in the foot and ankle, and not to be confused with true osteochondromas, which are relatively uncommon in this region. Osteochondromas are the most common...
PURPOSE: To evaluate the effect of shortening scarf osteotomy on pain relief and range of motion (ROM) of the first metatarsophalangeal joint in hallux rigidus patients.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: Twenty-three cases...
Kim YM, Cho BK, Kim DS, Choi ES, Shon HC, Park KJ, Park JK, Choi SM
KMID: 1811627
J Korean Foot Ankle Soc.
2012 Mar;16(1):38-46.
PURPOSE: This study was performed retrospectively to evaluate clinical outcomes of distal metatarsal osteotomy using bio-compression screw as the joint preservation method for advanced hallux rigidus.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: Eleven cases...
Forefoot disorders are often seen in clinical practice. Forefoot deformity and pain can deteriorate gait function and decrease quality of life. This review presents common forefoot disorders and conservative treatment...
As the aging of the foot progresses, the stiffness of the soft tissues, the reduction of the range of motion, the decrease of the muscle strength, and the flattening of...