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Arthroplasty demonstrates worse results compared to arthrodesis at 15 years for hallux rigidus
October 2017
Arthroplasty demonstrates worse results compared to arthrodesis at 15 years for hallux rigidus
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Long-Term Follow-up of Arthrodesis vs Total Joint Arthroplasty for Hallux Rigidus
Foot Ankle Int. 2017 Apr;38(4):375-380Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
63 patients (77 toes) with hallux rigidus, were randomized to treatment with either joint arthroplasty or joint arthrodesis. Patients were followed up for 15 years for outcomes related to pain, function, and satisfaction, as well as revision rate. Results demonstrated a significantly higher incidence of revision following arthroplasty compared to arthrodesis, as well as significantly higher pain a...
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