title: Use of the lapidus bunionectomy in first ray insufficiency.
abstract: Surgical management of first ray insufficiency in HAV or hallux limitus is crucial to long-term success. Although technically demanding, the Lapidus fusion serves to address the deformity at its apex and restores normal weight bearing to the foot. This arthrodesis offers predictable, durable results in addressing various first ray deformities and occupies an important place in the foot and ankle surgeon's armamentarium. The authors' technique is described herein for the interest of and evaluation by surgeons performing this procedure. As clinicians recognize the importance of addressing proximal components of the HAV deformity, the Lapidus and other procedures will likely see increased use in the surgical management of first ray deformities.
authors: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Wilford Hall Medical Center, Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, USA.
authors: T A
authors: TA
authors: Neylon
authors: B A
authors: BA
authors: Johnson
authors: R A
authors: RA
authors: Laroche
mesh_terms: D001174:Arthrodesis; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D020857:Hallux Limitus / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006215:Hallux Valgus / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009984:Orthopedic Fixation Devices; D017063:Outcome Assessment, Health Care; D011182:Postoperative Care; D011300:Preoperative Care; D011859:Radiography; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular; D014033:Toe Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery