by Callaghan, M.J.1,2 ,Whitehouse, S.J.1 , Baltzopoulos, V.3 , Samarji, R.A.1 The Foot and Ankle Online Journal 4 (12): 1 Background: Arthroplasty or hemiarthroplasty for hallux rigidus of the first metatarsophalangeal (1st MTPJ) is thought to lead to greater joint motion and improved gait function. There have been no studies to compare the effects of 1st MTPJ arthrodesis … Continue reading »
A Comparison of the Effects of First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Arthrodesis and Hemiarthroplasty on Function of Foot Forces using Gait Analysis
by Callaghan, M.J.1,2 ,Whitehouse, S.J.1 , Baltzopoulos, V.3 , Samarji, R.A.1 The Foot and Ankle Online Journal 4 (12): 1 Background: Arthroplasty or hemiarthroplasty for hallux rigidus of the first metatarsophalangeal (1st MTPJ) is thought to lead to greater joint motion and improved gait function. There have been no studies to compare the effects of 1st MTPJ arthrodesis … Continue reading »