Subluxation and dislocation of the second metatarsophalangeal joint.
This article discusses the causes of subluxation and dislocation of the second metatarsophalangeal joint. Determination of the pathology and magnitude of the deformity is reviewed and methods for conservative care are included. Surgical procedures presented include soft-tissue release and repair and excisional arthroplasty with consideration given to hammertoe repair.
Coughlin
M J
MJ
Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland.
D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D008683:Metatarsophalangeal Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D008722:Methods; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D011859:Radiography