First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Treatment Options: Allogeneic Cartilage Replacement Versus Fusion

Arthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint is a commonly treated pathologic condition. Traditionally, when nonoperative care fails, arthrodesis has been the gold standard for operative care. Although this procedure has demonstrated good outcomes and high patient satisfaction, there remains a subset of patients who prefer to avoid arthrodesis. The aim of this article is to analyze the role of allogeneic cartilage replacement in comparison with arthrodesis for the treatment of hallux rigidus.