title: Arthritides of the foot.
abstract: Arthritis of the foot can be a difficult problem. It is initially managed with antiinflammatory medications and footwear modifications or bracing. However, a significant percentage of people with arthritis of the foot go on to require surgical intervention, which is most commonly arthrodesis.
authors.affiliation: OrthoNY, 121 Everett Road, Albany, NY 12205, USA. Electronic address: sdellenbaugh@gmail.com.
authors.forename: Samuel G
authors.initials: SG
authors.lastname: Dellenbaugh
authors.affiliation: Penn State Hershey Bone and Joint Institute, 30 Hope Drive, Building B, Suite 2400, Hershey, PA 17033-0850, USA.
authors.forename: Jorge
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Bustillo
mesh_terms: D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged; D000894:Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D001168:Arthritis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000379:methods*; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy / Q000379:methods; D019468:Disease Management; D005260:Female; D018409:Foot Injuries / Q000150:complications*; D061826:Foot Orthoses; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008683:Metatarsophalangeal Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000503:physiopathology; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D012307:Risk Factors
chemical_list: D000894:Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
keywords: Arthrodesis; Hallux rigidus; Hindfoot arthritis; Midfoot arthritis