Hallux rigidus, Latin for “stiff toe,” is an osteoarthritic condition of the first
metatarsophalangeal joint characterized by pain, functional limitation, and radiographic …

Although it is thought that peloid and paraffin treatments may have positive effect on pain,
functional status, and quality of life in patients with hallux rigidus (HR), there are no …

Joint replacements of the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint have traditionally had limited
success. Joint replacements designed to date can be subdivided into hemiarthroplasties …

Mechanical testing of implants used to replace the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ) of
the foot and the ankle joint is essential for the success of new device designs. Appropriate …

Purpose We evaluated the short-to midterm outcomes of metatarsal head-resurfacing
hemiarthroplasty and total metatarsophalangeal joint arthroplasty (total joint replacement …

The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the short-term results of metatarsal head
resurfacing hemiarthroplasty in the treatment of advanced hallux rigidus. We reviewed 14 …

Few data are available to compare the outcomes of first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ)
hemiarthroplasty and arthrodesis. We included 46 patients who had undergone BioPro® first …

Background. The aim of this study was to evaluate the mid-to long-term outcomes of
metatarsal head resurfacing hemiarthroplasty in the surgical treatment of advanced-stage …

Hallux rigidus (HR) is arthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint. First
metatarsophalangeal joint hemiarthroplasty surgery is one of the treatment options for end …

Hallux rigidus can be treated with a proximal hemiarthroplasty (HemiCAP®) to preserve the
motion in the first metatarsophalangeal joint and reduce pain. This study examines the …