Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

The Cosentino modification for tendon interpositional arthroplasty

G L Cosentino1

  • 1American Board of Podiatric Surgery, USA.

The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery : Official Publication of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
|September 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

This study presents a new surgical technique for hallux limitus and rigidus, offering an alternative to joint implantation for active individuals. This tendon interpositional arthroplasty addresses painful foot deformities in young adults and athletes.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

The inferior calcaneal nerve: an anatomical study.

Journal of the American Podiatry Associationยท1980
See all related articles

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Podiatry
  • Biomechanical Engineering

Background:

  • Hallux limitus and rigidus are common foot deformities causing pain and limited mobility.
  • Current treatments like joint implantation are often contraindicated in young, active patients due to high physical demands.
  • A need exists for alternative surgical solutions that preserve joint function in athletes and young adults.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and describe a novel surgical alternative for correcting hallux limitus and rigidus.
  • To present tendon interpositional arthroplasty as a viable option for active patient populations.
  • To offer foot and ankle surgeons a new approach for managing these debilitating foot conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Description of tendon interpositional arthroplasty technique for hallux limitus/rigidus.

Related Experiment Videos

  • Focus on suitability for young adults and athletes with high weightbearing activity.
  • Surgical approach designed to correct deformity while potentially preserving joint function.

    • Main Results:

    • Presents a new surgical procedure as an alternative to joint implantation.
    • Highlights the applicability of the technique in cases where joint replacement is typically contraindicated.
    • Offers a method for addressing painful hallux deformities in active individuals.

    Conclusions:

    • Tendon interpositional arthroplasty offers a promising surgical alternative for hallux limitus and rigidus.
    • This technique provides a valuable option for young adults and athletes who require preservation of joint function.
    • The described procedure expands the surgical armamentarium for foot and ankle specialists treating these conditions.