Conservative treatment of hallux valgus : What can be achieved with splints and insoles?

In hallux valgus syndrome conservative measures can only be applied to relieve the symptoms. Insoles, orthoses, and toe alignment splints cannot improve forefoot deformity. However, symptoms due to increased local pressure can be alleviated with orthotic devices. After surgically realigning the hall...

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Published in:Der Orthopäde 2017-05, Vol.46 (5), p.395-401
Main Authors: Fuhrmann, R A, Rippel, W, Traub, A
Format: Article
Language:ger
Subjects:
Equipment Design
Evidence-Based Medicine
Foot Orthoses
Hallux Valgus - diagnosis
Hallux Valgus - rehabilitation
Hallux Valgus - surgery
Humans
Immobilization - instrumentation
Immobilization - methods
Reconstructive Surgical Procedures - rehabilitation
Splints
Treatment Outcome
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Summary:In hallux valgus syndrome conservative measures can only be applied to relieve the symptoms. Insoles, orthoses, and toe alignment splints cannot improve forefoot deformity. However, symptoms due to increased local pressure can be alleviated with orthotic devices. After surgically realigning the hallux, splints are helpful to retain joint congruency and assure proper toe position during soft tissue healing.
ISSN:1433-0431
DOI:10.1007/s00132-017-3410-x