Resident Resources-Hallux Valgus and Bunionette

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Video Summary

The video features Scott Ellis, the current chair of the Young Physicians Committee in the AOFAS. He discusses hallux valgus and bunionette, starting with an explanation of the conditions and why they occur. He then discusses the evaluation of the conditions using x-ray measurements. Non-operative treatments such as shoe wear modifications and activity modification are mentioned. Surgery is recommended when there is significant pain and non-operative methods have not been effective. Various surgical procedures are described, with a focus on correcting the deformity and reducing pain. The video also covers bunionettes, their evaluation on x-ray, non-operative treatments, and surgical options for correction. In summary, surgery is not always necessary for bunionettes, but it may be required in some cases. The key takeaway is to avoid isolating resection of the metatarsal head as a treatment method.

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Year 2013

Keywords

Scott Ellis

hallux valgus

bunionette

surgical options

metatarsal head resection