VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Using a specialized plate to stabilize an opening wedge first metatarsal osteotomy for the treatment of patients with hallux valgus shows good healing and correction ...

Hypoplastic metatarsals, or idiopathic brachymetatarsia, is a relatively frequent diagnosis in podiatric practice. Patients with this abnormality typically seek surgery because of cosmetic concerns, ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Hallux valgus is a common foot deformity that often leads to altered joint mechanics, progressive pain and ...

Osteotomy is surgery to reshape the bones in a joint, fix a misalignment, or treat other joint problems. Arthritis is a common reason to have the surgery, which involves cutting into the affected ...