Subluxation and dislocation of the second metatarsophalangeal joint

Orthop Clin North Am. 1989 Oct;20(4):535-51.

Abstract

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.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Joint Dislocations* / diagnostic imaging
  • Joint Dislocations* / etiology
  • Joint Dislocations* / pathology
  • Joint Dislocations* / surgery
  • Metatarsophalangeal Joint* / diagnostic imaging
  • Metatarsophalangeal Joint* / pathology
  • Metatarsophalangeal Joint* / surgery
  • Methods
  • Postoperative Complications
  • Radiography