J Korean Med Sci.  2022 Mar;37(11):e85. 10.3346/jkms.2022.37.e85.

Toe Deformity of a Gilt-Bronze Pensive Bodhisattva Statue

• Hwang K

• KMID: 2527445
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.3346/jkms.2022.37.e85

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  Fig. 1 Pensive Bodhisattva (Korean National Treasure 83). Note the hyperextension of the first metatarsophalangeal joint and flexion of the interphalangeal joint of the hallux.

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  Fig. 2 Buddhist monks, who practiced strict asceticism, walked barefoot. This type of walking causes foot deformity (hallux hammertoe or claw toe).

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