The same treatment was used for treating an underlying
hallux rigidus. The diagnosis of a concomitant
hallux rigidus was based on the presence of exquisite tenderness upon passive extension of the big toe, with or without bunion formation.
Surgical management of severe
hallux rigidus is controversial.
First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Disorders Clinical Practice Guideline (including hallux valgus,
hallux rigidus, and sesamoid disorders).
I believe the diagnosis is
hallux rigidus. X-rays taken ten years ago showed cartilage damage, which has reduced the flexibility at the forefoot causing pain, and altering my gait and pace.
After reviewing the available options, our decision to modify Mann's "cheilectomy" to the second metatarsal was based on personal success with the procedure for treating
hallux rigidus in dancers.
Jim spoke about the possible surgical options in
hallux rigidus digital surgery in an immensely absorbing but humorous kind of way.
KLL progressive staging classification of hallux limitus and
hallux rigidus. Lower Extremity.