Modified Youngswick procedure for hallux limitus

J Am Podiatr Med Assoc. 2007 Sep-Oct;97(5):420-3. doi: 10.7547/0970420.

Abstract

Multiple surgical procedures have been described for the correction of hallux limitus deformity. We describe a new modification of the Youngswick procedure for the surgical treatment of hallux limitus. Other procedures for hallux limitus correction are also discussed. This modified Youngswick procedure will provide a new approach to treating hallux limitus secondary to metatarsus primus elevatus when shortening of the first metatarsal is not indicated.

MeSH terms

  • Hallux Limitus / pathology
  • Hallux Limitus / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Metatarsal Bones / radiation effects
  • Metatarsal Bones / surgery*
  • Orthopedic Procedures / methods*
  • Treatment Outcome