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Arthroplasty demonstrates worse results compared to arthrodesis at 15 years for hallux rigidus
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Arthroplasty demonstrates worse results compared to arthrodesis at 15 years for hallux rigidus
Foot Ankle Int. 2017 Apr;38(4):375-380
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JN Gibson CE Thomson OD Stone R Ray

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 and lower function.

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OrthoEvidence. Arthroplasty demonstrates worse results compared to arthrodesis at 15 years for hallux rigidus. ACE Report. 2017;7(10):10. Available from: https://myorthoevidence.com/AceReport/Report/

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