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Hypermobility in hallux valgus.

A Carl1, S Ross, P Evanski

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, New York University Medical Center/Bellevue Hospital, NY 10016.

Foot & Ankle
|April 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Generalized joint hypermobility is linked to symptomatic hallux valgus in women aged 20-40. This ligamentous laxity suggests bony correction may be needed for hallux valgus to prevent malalignment.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Rheumatology
  • Podiatry

Background:

  • Hypermobility is suspected in hallux valgus etiology.
  • Experimental data is lacking to confirm this link.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the correlation between generalized hypermobility and symptomatic hallux valgus.
  • To determine if hypermobility is a significant factor in hallux valgus development.

Main Methods:

  • A hypermobility scoring system was used.
  • Twenty patients with symptomatic hallux valgus and 20 controls were evaluated.

Main Results:

  • A statistically significant correlation was found between symptomatic hallux valgus and mild generalized hypermobility.
  • Female patients aged 20-40 with hallux valgus showed increased hypermobility compared to controls.

Conclusions:

  • Mild generalized hypermobility is associated with symptomatic hallux valgus in specific demographics.
  • Ligamentous laxity may necessitate bony correction for hallux valgus to avoid post-operative malalignment.
  • Underlying hypermobility, combined with environmental stresses, increases risk for malalignment after soft tissue procedures.

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