Kenneth J. Hunt, M.D.
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Locked versus nonlocked plate fixation for first metatarsophalangeal arthrodesis: a biomechanical investigation.
Foot Ankle Int. 2012; (11): 984-90
First metatarsophalangeal (MTP) arthrodesis using dorsal plate fixation is a common procedure for painful conditions of the great toe. Locked plates have become increasingly common for arthrodesis procedures in the foot, including the hallux MTP joint. The biomechanical advantages and disadvantages of these plates are currently unknown. The purpose of this study was to compare locked and nonlocked plates used for first MTP fusion for strength and stiffness.
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