title: Lesser Metatarsal Osteotomy.
abstract: Central metatarsal osteotomy is an effective approach in alleviating pain oriented to the forefoot. The procedures individually are straightforward in the isolated scenario. A working knowledge of the specific and unique pathobiomechanics is imperative when considering surgical intervention for the given pathologic scenario. Treating only the pain focus generally underserves the pathology and does not address the high point of the deformity. The surgeon must be cognizant of the complication potpourri, prepare the patient expectations, and engage a level of proactivity against sequelae to ensure the best possible and most predictable outcome.
authors.affiliation: Weil Foot & Ankle Institute, Golf River Professional Building, 1455 East Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA. Electronic address: mdsoren34@gmail.com.
authors.forename: Matthew D
authors.initials: MD
authors.lastname: Sorensen
authors.affiliation: Weil Foot & Ankle Institute, Golf River Professional Building, 1455 East Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA.
authors.forename: Lowell
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Weil
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008682:Metatarsal Bones / Q000601:surgery*; D037061:Metatarsalgia / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000379:methods*
keywords: Floating toe; Hypermobility; Lesser metatarsal; Plantar plate; Weil osteotomy