Abstract
First metatarsal phalangeal joint and the first Tarsometatarsal arthrodesis have both been used for deformity correction and treatment of pain and arthritis. Concomitant arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal and first tarsometatarsal joints (Double First Ray Arthrodesis) has rarely been described. We surveyed 29 patients who underwent double first-ray arthrodesis for primary or revision correction of hallux valgus. A custom questionnaire was used to assess their activities of daily living and sports activity at a mean follow-up of 19.6 months (median 18.4 months). Secondary endpoints were return to activity, deformity correction, and arthrodesis healing rate. The primary outcomes showed an excellent return to activities of daily living with 96.6% of patients capable of walking as much as they liked after surgery at a normal pace. About 96.6% reported they felt that their surgery was successful, they had no pain, and the loss of motion at the joint fusion sites did not affect their ability to perform daily activities. Protected walking in a fracture boot was initiated at a mean (SD) of 9.8 (9.9) days. Return to an athletic shoe occurred at a mean (SD) of 44.2 (11.7) days. Full unrestricted activity was at a mean (SD) of 105.2 (19.3) days with 65% of the patient group reporting that their recovery was easier than expected. There was 1 nonunion and no other complications. This data set supports the hypothesis that patients undergoing double first-ray arthrodesis can return to activities of daily living and sports with and low complication rate.
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