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Interphalangeal joint hallux ossicle

S M Sharon

    The Journal of Foot Surgery
    |January 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Painful hallux ossicles, often overlooked on X-rays due to their cartilaginous nature, cause significant discomfort. Podiatrists must consider these interphalangeal joint ossicles when diagnosing foot pain.

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    Area of Science:

    • Podiatry
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    • Radiology

    Background:

    • Interphalangeal joint hallux ossicles can cause pain due to associated keratoma and bursal sac formation.
    • Patients often present with painful, well-defined growths and inflammation around the joint.
    • Facial planes inferior to the joint may show atrophy.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To discuss the diagnosis and surgical management of painful interphalangeal joint hallux ossicles.

    Main Methods:

    • Clinical examination to identify palpable ossicles.
    • Radiographic assessment, noting limitations with fibrocartilaginous ossicles.
    • Discussion of diagnostic challenges and surgical interventions.

    Main Results:

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    • Interphalangeal ossicles may not be visible on standard radiographs due to their radiolucent, fibrocartilaginous composition.
    • Clinical presentation includes painful excrescences, inflammation, and bursal sac formation.

    Conclusions:

    • Accurate diagnosis of interphalangeal joint hallux ossicles requires consideration of clinical findings alongside radiographic evidence.
    • Surgical approaches offer corrective solutions for symptomatic ossicles.