Of the Hallux rigidus describes an arthritic change with the associated increase in bony tissue at the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe, which can be very painful and significantly influences the movement or rolling process of the foot.
Basically, hallux rigidus is rarely the most promising conservative therapy and one most commonly applicable operative therapy at the Hallux Rigidus possible
Surgical therapy options for hallux rigidus:
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The Cheilectomy is an operative method for the treatment of hallux rigidus.
In hallux rigidus, the arthritic process leads to bony protrusions on the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe, which are felt to be very painful and disturbing in the course of movement. This is exactly where the cheilectomy begins therapeutically, in that the bony tumors, which occur in particular on the extensor side of the metatarsal head, are removed in one operation without interfering with the joint structure itself.
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The aim is to remove the bony attachments that represent the problem of hallux rigidus, including the consequences, such as pain, an increased feeling of pressure on the metatarsophalangeal joint and the restriction in the rolling process of the foot.
As part of a cheilectomy, the bony axis of the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe can be corrected if necessary. The arthrosis of the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe is not influenced by the cheilectomy. Rather, this surgical intervention on the joint is another risk factor for the progression of osteoarthritis. Even so, the cheilectomy provides a good result in most cases. The treatment also includes a type of physiotherapy, which is intended to train and strengthen the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe so that the joint does not stiffen after the operation due to shortened ligament structures and the formation of scar tissue.
Another method for Treatment of hallux rigidus represents the operation according to Keller-Brandes.
Here, the pathologically altered proximal (body-hugging) Part of the bone of the metatarsophalangeal joint including the bony attachments on the metatarsal bone caused by the osteoarthritis removed.
In contrast to Cheilectomy, the structure of the joint is clearly changed here. The advantage of Keller-Brandes operation is definitely the removal of the pain-causing and movement-restricting bony structure and the associated pressure relief on the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe. The shortening of the big toe associated with the removal of the bone portion and the reduced effect of the Flexor hallucis brevis muscle affect the outcome of the treatment.
The flexion of the foot in the direction of the sole of the foot can be severely impaired and the stability of the joint can be reduced. Thus, the operation according to Keller-Brandes is more recommended for patients who either have a very advanced or previously unsuccessfully pretreated hallux rigidus or are at an advanced age and have other foot malformations.
Young, active patients should choose an alternative therapy method.
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The consequences of the arthritic changes in hallux rigidus include a narrowing of the joint space, an increase in bone tissue on the joint surface and pebbles under the cartilage layer.
Caused by osteoarthritis Impairments of the entire joint including mobility and strong pain. The reason for the pain is mainly the irritation of the joint capsule and the bones, which are both very well supplied with nerves, as part of the arthritic changes.
In particular, when the foot rolls, pain occurs, which causes the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe to be relieved.
Failure conservative methods, such as Painkiller or one rigid sole splint, a surgical intervention that affects the bony structures may be necessary. But this procedure is also associated with pain:
Depending on the course of the illness, at some point the time has come when the patients can no longer work due to the pathological process and they need a sick leave. The aim is to spare the hallux rigidus for a certain period of time and to begin therapy in order to then experience an improvement in the symptoms.
Sometimes it is even necessary to be on sick leave up to an operation and then for rehabilitation. However, this varies with the severity of the hallux rigidus and the job requirements.
Therefore, it is not possible to state a definite length of time for a sick leave.
Hallux rigidus can be treated conservatively with a rigid insert or pain medication, as well as surgically, for example by removing disturbing bone material.
There are several methods to choose from for surgical interventions, which are used depending on the severity and the patient.
In summary, one can say that the surgical methods for treating hallux rigidus improve the problems of the bony structures and thereby alleviate the symptoms. Nevertheless, there may still be restrictions in movement and pain after the operation, although these are usually less pronounced than before.
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