title: Metatarsophalangeal joint synovitis in athletes.
abstract: Metatarsophalangeal joint synovitis is a clinical entity of the forefoot with distinct findings. From a survey of 46 patients, characteristics and clinical findings are presented. Differential diagnosis and methods of treatment are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Harbor/UCLA Medical Center, Torrance.
authors.forename: R W
authors.initials: RW
authors.lastname: Smith
authors.forename: S F
authors.initials: SF
authors.lastname: Reischl
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D005081:Exercise Therapy / Q000379:methods; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D005938:Glucocorticoids / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008683:Metatarsophalangeal Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries* / Q000503:physiopathology; D008875:Middle Aged; D009989:Orthotic Devices; D011859:Radiography; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D013585:Synovitis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D014033:Toe Joint / Q000293:injuries*
chemical_list: D005938:Glucocorticoids