Background: Hallux valgus is a multiplanar deformity that is often treated on the basis of 2-
dimensional (2D) parameters and radiographs. Recurrence rates after surgical correction …

Abstract Background Although rotation scarf+ Akin osteotomy has been described for
correcting hallux valgus deformity, the treatment efficacy of rotation scarf+ Akin osteotomy for …

Background: The traditional scarf osteotomy (TSO) has limited ability to correct the first
metatarsal pronation. A novel modification that we refer to as a “dovetailed notch scarf …

Background Recurrence after surgical correction of hallux valgus may be related to coronal
rotation of the first metatarsal. The scarf osteotomy is a commonly used procedure for …

Background: Metatarsal pronation has been claimed to be a risk factor for hallux valgus
recurrence. A rounded shape of the lateral aspect of the first metatarsal head has been …

Purpose Finite element (FE) analysis and clinical follow-up were used to evaluate the
efficacy of modified scarf osteotomy for moderate-to-severe hallux valgus (HV). Method We …

Background: Hallux valgus is one of the most common foot deformities. Surgical treatment is
the optimal choice for moderate to severe hallux valgus deformity. Rotation scarf with Akin …