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Treatment of Flexible Lesser Toe Deformities
Solenne Frey-Ollivier1, Fernanda Catena2, Marianne Hélix-Giordanino1
1Centre du Pied, 68, rue du Commandant Rolland, Marseille 13008, France.
Foot and Ankle Clinics
|January 25, 2018
Summary
Lesser toe deformities are common and complex. This article classifies these deformities and outlines surgical treatments for flexible cases, offering a decision-making algorithm.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Podiatry
- Foot and Ankle Specialist
Background:
- Lesser toe deformities are frequent complaints in foot and ankle care.
- The varied presentation of these deformities complicates surgical decision-making.
- Treatment often involves a combination of soft tissue and bony procedures tailored by surgeon preference.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a modern classification of lesser toe deformities.
- To detail available treatments and procedures for flexible deformities.
- To propose a clinical and radiological decision-making algorithm for surgical intervention.
Main Methods:
- Review and description of current lesser toe deformity classifications.
- Presentation of surgical techniques for flexible deformities.
- Development of a step-by-step algorithm for surgical decision-making.
Main Results:
- A comprehensive classification system for lesser toe deformities is provided.
- Various surgical options for flexible deformities are discussed.
- A practical algorithm aids in selecting appropriate surgical procedures.
Conclusions:
- Effective management of lesser toe deformities requires accurate classification.
- A structured approach, including a decision-making algorithm, can optimize surgical outcomes for flexible deformities.
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