Category: Pathology

The hallux valgus interphalangeus is a deformity of the great toe. As for the hallux valgus, the great toe is deviated laterally towards the other toes. However, unlike hallux valgus, the cause of the...

Claw toe refers to a frequent deformity of the toes, very often in women, revealed by a conflict between the deformed toe and the shoe or the ground. Causes Mechanical As with hallux valgus,...

Morton’s neuroma is a very frequent motivation for consultation and yet the number of operated patients for this pathology is quite low. The forefoot indeed concentrates very different pathologies in a very restricted anatomical...

Definition of hallux rigidus Hallux rigidus is a loss of mobility of the big toe (hallux) metatarso-phalangeal joint (MTP). It is the advanced stage of osteoarthritis of this joint. It is annoying to walk...

Before surgery for hallux valgus By whom shall I be operated for the hallux valgus? The person the most able to judge the surgical results is your referring physician who can regularly see his...

Definition Hallux valgus is a forefoot deformation concerning the big toe (called hallux). It is deviated laterally towards the other toes and a “bump” appears on the medial side of the foot. It is...