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Rare Case of Recurrent Fifth Metatarsophalangeal Joint Dislocation in an Athlete: A Case Report
Pradeep Moonot1, Santhosh C Reddy, Shubham Dakhode
1Mumbai Knee, Foot and Ankle Clinic, Bandra West, Mumbai, India.
Case:
A 20-year-old professional cricketer presented with pain, instability at the fifth metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ), and footwear discomfort. Examination revealed a fifth hammer toe deformity, dorsal subluxation of the MTPJ, and mild hindfoot varus. Surgical intervention included Weil osteotomy, fifth MTPJ stabilization, and lateral closed wedge calcaneal osteotomy, resulting in restored joint stability. Postoperative AOFAS score improved significantly from 49 to 95.
Conclusion:
This is the first reported case of recurrent fifth MTPJ dislocation and highlights the importance of thorough clinical assessment to identify underlying causes and guide effective surgical management.
