Joint Salvage After Neglected Intra-Articular Physeal Fracture of the Hallux in High-Level Gymnasts

Jason T. Bariteau*, Diana Montoya Murillo, Shay A. Tenenbaum, James W. Brodsky

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Abstract

Chronic sports-related injuries involving the hallux are well known in adult populations. However, they are less frequently described in adolescents. We present 2 cases of elite-level gymnasts with neglected Salter–Harris IV fractures involving the proximal phalanx of the great toe following a severe hyperextension injury to the metatarsophalangeal joint. Both were successfully treated with open reduction and internal fixation with return to pre-injury level of activity, improvement in outcome scores, and demonstration of no disability from injury 2 years after surgical intervention.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)130-134
Number of pages5
JournalFoot and Ankle Specialist
Volume8
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - 19 Apr 2015
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • gymnast
  • hallux fracture

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