Hammertoe Correction: Is Arthroplasty More Effective Than Arthrodesis?

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

4-2021

Publication Title

Podiatry Today

Abstract

Citing preservation of motion and patient satisfaction among other benefits, these authors maintain that arthroplasty is a superior option to arthrodesis for hammertoe correction.

Sharing insights from the literature as well as their surgical experience, these authors maintain that superior biomechanical stability and a variety of fixation options make digital arthrodesis a better choice than arthroplasty.

Volume

34

Issue

4

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