Plantar Forefoot Pressure Changes After Second Metatarsal Neck Osteotomy

2005 ◽  
Vol 26 (7) ◽  
pp. 550-555 ◽  
Author(s):  
Afshin Khalafi ◽  
Adam S. Landsman ◽  
Eugene P. Lautenschlager ◽  
Armen S. Kelikian
Keyword(s):  
Kirschner Wire ◽  
Metatarsal Head ◽  
Neutral Position ◽  
Pressure Measurements ◽  
Average Decrease ◽  
First Metatarsal ◽  
The Third ◽  
Second Metatarsal ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Pressure Changes

Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate plantar pressure changes after second metatarsal neck osteotomy using the Weil technique. Methods: Six below-knee cadaver specimens were used. Each specimen was held in a custom-built apparatus and loaded to 500 N for a period of 3 seconds. Using a computerized Musgrave pedobarograph, pressure measurements were made before and after osteotomy in both neutral and 45-degree heel rise positions. All osteotomies were made at an angle of approximately 20 degrees relative to the long axis of the metatarsal shaft. The metatarsal heads were displaced proximally by 5 mm and fixed with a single Kirschner wire. Results: After osteotomy there was an average decrease in pressure beneath the second metatarsal from 70.6 to 45.1 kPa in neutral and from 813.0 to 281.4 kPa in heel rise, representing statistically significant ( p ≤ 0.05) decreases of 36% and 65%, respectively. There also were significant decreases beneath the third metatarsal in both neutral (39%) and heel rise (37%), and beneath the fourth metatarsal in neutral position (28%). A significant pressure increase occurred beneath the first metatarsal in neutral (23%). No significant pressure changes occurred under the fifth metatarsal in either position. Conclusion: Overall, our results indicated that the Weil metatarsal neck osteotomy is effective at offloading the second metatarsal head at neutral and heel rise positions.

Effect of First Metatarsal Shortening and Dorsiflexion Osteotomies on Forefoot Plantar Pressure in a Cadaver Model

2005 ◽  
Vol 26 (9) ◽  
pp. 748-753 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hung-Geun Jung ◽  
David I. Zaret ◽  
Brent G. Parks ◽  
Lew C. Schon
Keyword(s):  
Plantar Pressure ◽  
Dynamic Structure ◽  
Metatarsal Head ◽  
Wedge Osteotomy ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
First Metatarsal ◽  
Paired Student ◽  
Second Metatarsal ◽  
Alpha Level ◽  
Pressure Changes

Background: Metatarsalgia of the second ray is a common problem associated with disorders of the first metatarsal. It also occurs after the operative treatment of those disorders. Plantar pressure changes from alteration of the static and dynamic structure of the forefoot may be associated with this condition. This study evaluated changes in plantar forefoot pressure especially under the second metatarsal head after three operative procedures on the first ray. Methods: Each of 12 cadaver foot specimens was cyclically loaded on the servohydraulic MTS Mini Bionix test frame (MTS Systems Corp., Eden Prairie, MN) with traction on the Achilles tendon. Plantar forefoot pressure was measured by the F-scan system (Tekscan, Inc., S. Boston, MA) with the foot intact, after a first metatarsal base dorsal closing-wedge osteotomy with 5-mm base length to simulate dorsal malunion, and after 5-mm and 10-mm metatarsal shortening procedures. Paired Student t-test analysis was used to compare data for the intact foot with data after each intervention. One form of Bonferroni's correction was done to establish a new alpha level to tighten the analysis and to compensate for multiple paired Student t-tests. The significance level was calculated to be 0.016 based on an original alpha level of 0.05. Results: As compared with the intact foot, all three procedures on the first metatarsal resulted in significant decreases in plantar pressure under the first metatarsal head ( p < 0.016). Plantar pressure under the second metatarsal head increased significantly as compared with the intact foot ( p < 0.016) after all three procedures. Pressures under the third-fourth metatarsal heads increased significantly compared with the intact foot after the 5-mm and 10-mm shortenings ( p < 0.016). Plantar pressure under the fifth metatarsal did not change significantly after any of the three procedures. Conclusions: Dorsiflexion osteotomy and shortening of the first metatarsal are associated with significant forefoot plantar pressure changes in a cadaver model.

scholarly journals Effect of Different Local Vibration Frequencies on the Multiscale Regularity of Plantar Skin Blood Flow

Entropy ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (11) ◽  
pp. 1288
Author(s):  
Fuyuan Liao ◽  
Keying Zhang ◽  
Lingling Zhou ◽  
Yanni Chen ◽  
Jeannette Elliott ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Flow ◽  
Skin Blood Flow ◽  
Metatarsal Head ◽  
Structural Features ◽  
Frequency Interval ◽  
Local Vibration ◽  
First Metatarsal ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Right ◽  
Selection Of

Local vibration has shown promise in improving skin blood flow (SBF). However, there is no consensus on the selection of the best vibration frequency. An important reason may be that previous studies utilized time- and frequency-domain parameters to characterize vibration-induced SBF responses. These parameters are unable to characterize the structural features of the SBF response to local vibrations, thus contributing to the inconsistent findings seen in vibration research. The objective of this study was to provide evidence that nonlinear dynamics of SBF responses would be an important aspect for assessing the effect of local vibration on SBF. Local vibrations at 100 Hz, 35 Hz, and 0 Hz (sham vibration) with an amplitude of 1 mm were randomly applied to the right first metatarsal head of 12 healthy participants for 10 min. SBF at the same site was measured for 10 min before and after local vibration. The degree of regularity of SBF was quantified using a multiscale sample entropy algorithm. The results showed that 100 Hz vibration significantly increased multiscale regularity of SBF but 35 Hz and 0 Hz (sham vibration) did not. The significant increase of regularity of SBF after 100 Hz vibration was mainly attributed to increased regularity of SBF oscillations within the frequency interval at 0.0095–0.15 Hz. These findings support the use of multiscale regularity to assess effectiveness of local vibration on improving skin blood flow.

Comparison of Postoperative Height Changes of the Second Metatarsal Among 3 Osteotomy Methods for Hallux Valgus Deformity Correction

2016 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-26 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jun Young Choi ◽  
Yu Min Suh ◽  
Ji Woong Yeom ◽  
Jin Soo Suh
Keyword(s):  
Hallux Valgus ◽  
Deformity Correction ◽  
Metatarsal Head ◽  
Valgus Deformity ◽  
Metatarsal Osteotomy ◽  
Level Of Evidence ◽  
First Metatarsal ◽  
Scarf Osteotomy ◽  
Hallux Valgus Deformity ◽  
Second Metatarsal

Background: We aimed to compare the postoperative height of the second metatarsal head relative to the first metatarsal head using axial radiographs among 3 different commonly used osteotomy techniques: proximal chevron metatarsal osteotomy (PCMO), scarf osteotomy, and distal chevron metatarsal osteotomy (DCMO). Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the radiographs and clinical findings of the patients with painful callosities under the second metatarsal head, complicated by hallux valgus, who underwent isolated PCMO, scarf osteotomy, or DCMO from February 2005 to January 2015. Each osteotomy was performed with 20 degrees of plantar ward obliquity. Along with lateral translation and rotation of the distal fragment to correct the deformity, lowering of the first metatarsal head was made by virtue of the oblique metatarsal osteotomy. Results: Significant postoperative change in the second metatarsal height was observed on axial radiographs in all groups; this value was greatest in the PCMO group (vs scarf: P = .013; vs DCMO: P = .008) but did not significantly differ between the scarf and DCMO groups ( P = .785). The power for second metatarsal height correction was significantly greater in the PCMO group (vs scarf: P = .0005; vs DCMO: P = .0005) but did not significantly differ between the scarf and DCMO groups ( P = .832). Conclusions: Among the 3 osteotomy techniques commonly used to correct hallux valgus deformity, we observed that PCMO yielded the most effective height change of the second metatarsal head. Level of Evidence: Level III, retrospective comparative series.

Plantar Dislocation of the Metatarsophalangeal Joint: Case Report

1994 ◽  
Vol 15 (8) ◽  
pp. 446-449 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kenneth A. Stephenson ◽  
Timothy L. Beck ◽  
E. Greer Richardson
Keyword(s):  
Motor Vehicle ◽  
Motor Vehicle Accident ◽  
Kirschner Wire ◽  
Metatarsophalangeal Joint ◽  
Metatarsal Head ◽  
The Third ◽  
Vehicle Accident ◽  
Plantar Aspect ◽  
Patient Reported ◽  
Metatarsophalangeal Joints

Dislocations of lesser metatarsophalangeal joints are rare and are almost always dorsal hyperextension injuries. The patient reported sustained plantar dislocations of the second and third metatarsophalangeal joints in a motor vehicle accident; the mechanism of injury was hyperflexion. Closed reduction was not possible, and at the time of open reduction, the extensor digitorum longus and brevis tendons to the third toe were trapped beneath the plantar aspect of the third metatarsal head. Once the tendons were retracted dorsomedially, the joint was easily reduced. Fixation with a Kirschner wire was necessary because of joint instability.

scholarly journals Correlative Study Between the Sesamoid Bones under the Head of the First Metatarsal and the Development of Hallux Valgus Determined with Radiographs

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiaozhong Li ◽  
Dongxue Liu ◽  
Xufang Wang
Keyword(s):  
Hallux Valgus ◽  
Metatarsal Head ◽  
Sesamoid Bone ◽  
Hallux Valgus Angle ◽  
Intermetatarsal Angle ◽  
First Metatarsal ◽  
Valgus Angle ◽  
Second Metatarsal ◽  
Sesamoid Bones ◽  
The Absolute

Abstract Objective. To study the correlative between the sesamoid bones under the head of the first metatarsal and the development of hallux valgus determined with radiographs.Methods.The measurements were performed on the X-ray of 300 normal feet and 300 cases of hallux valgus. The following parameters were measured: hallux valgus angle(HVA); the first-second intermetatarsal angle(IMA) between the axes of the first and second metatarsal;the length of the second metatarsal（CD）;the position of tibial sesamoid(TSP ) measured the percent formed between the tibial sesamoid and the centreline of the first metatarsal;the position of fibular sesamoid(FSP) measured tangent value between fibular sesamoid bone and lateral cortex of first metatarsal bone ; the absolute distances (AB) from the centre of the tibial sesamoid to the long axis of the second metatarsal, the absolute distances (EF) from the centre of the fibular sesamoid to the long axis of the second metatarsal and the absolute distance (GH) from the centre of the tibial sesamoid to the centre of the fibular sesamoid. Then calculate the ratio of AB to CD (K1), EF to CD (K2) and GH to CD (K3). Results.HVA moderately positively correlates with TSP and moderately negatively correlates with FSP in subjects with HVA ≥ 20°. HVA and FSP are strongly negatively correlated in the hallux valgus group. Conclusion.The dislocation of sesamoid bone under the first metatarsal head is an important pathological factor leading to valgus. HVA is positively correlated with TSP and negatively correlated with FSP.

scholarly journals Analysis of Plantar Pressure Pattern after Metatarsal Head Resection. Can Plantar Pressure Predict Diabetic Foot Reulceration?

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. 2260
Author(s):  
Marta García-Madrid ◽  
Yolanda García-Álvarez ◽  
Francisco Javier Álvaro-Afonso ◽  
Esther García-Morales ◽  
Aroa Tardáguila-García ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Plantar Pressure ◽  
Metatarsal Head ◽  
First Metatarsal ◽  
Metatarsal Bones ◽  
Second Metatarsal ◽  
Patients With Diabetes ◽  
Peak Plantar Pressure ◽  
One Year ◽  
The Moment ◽  
A Minor

To evaluate the metatarsal head that was associated with the highest plantar pressure after metatarsal head resection (MHR) and the relations with reulceration at one year, a prospective was conducted with a total of sixty-five patients with diabetes who suffered from the first MHR and with an inactive ulcer at the moment of inclusion. Peak plantar pressure and pressure time integral were recorded at five specific locations in the forefoot: first, second, third, fourth, and fifth metatarsal heads. The highest value of the four remaining metatarsals was selected. After resection of the first metatarsal head, there is a displacement of the pressure beneath the second metatarsal head (p < 0.001). Following the resection of the minor metatarsal bones, there was a medial displacement of the plantar pressure. In this way, plantar pressure was displaced under the first metatarsal head following resection of the second or third head (p = 0.001) and under the central heads after resection of the fourth or fifth metatarsal head (p < 0.009 and p < 0.001 respectively). During the one-year follow-up, patients who underwent a metatarsal head resection in the first and second metatarsal heads suffered transfer lesion in the location with the highest pressure. Patients who underwent a minor metatarsal head resection (second–fifth metatarsal heads) showed a medial transference of pressure. Additionally, following the resection of the first metatarsal head there was a transference of pressure beneath the second metatarsal head. Increase of pressure was found to be a predictor of reulceration in cases of resection of the first and second metatarsal heads.

Relative Metatarsal Protrusion in the Adult

2006 ◽  
Vol 96 (3) ◽  
pp. 238-244 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabriel Domínguez ◽  
Pedro V. Munuera ◽  
Guillermo Lafuente
Keyword(s):  
First Metatarsal ◽  
The Third ◽  
Second Metatarsal

We performed a bibliographic review of the systems proposed by various researchers to evaluate physiologic metatarsal protrusion. The system of measurement devised by Hardy and Clapham to evaluate the protrusion between the first and second metatarsals was adapted to study the whole metatarsal parabola. We studied the five metatarsals of 52 normal feet. Mean metatarsal protrusion relative to the second metatarsal was +1.21% for the first metatarsal, −3.84% for the third metatarsal, −9.66% for the fourth metatarsal, and −16.91% for the fifth metatarsal. (J Am Podiatr Med Assoc 96(3): 238–244, 2006)

scholarly journals Rotational Distal Chevron Osteotomy for Correction of Hallux Valgus Associated with Metatarsus Adductus and Large Distal Metatarsal Articular Angle

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 2473011419S0023
Author(s):  
Jae-Jung Jeong
Keyword(s):  
Hallux Valgus ◽  
Metatarsal Head ◽  
Metatarsal Osteotomy ◽  
Hallux Valgus Angle ◽  
Intermetatarsal Angle ◽  
First Metatarsal ◽  
Chevron Osteotomy ◽  
Valgus Angle ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Metatarsus Adductus

Category: Bunion Introduction/Purpose: Hallux valgus treatment in the setting of associated metatarsus adductus is less common and not well described. The presence of metatarsus adductus reduces the gap between the first and second metatarsals. Consequently, it complicates the measurement of the first-second intermetatarsal angle and can limit the area available for transposition of the first metatarsal head. If distal metatarsal articular angle (DMAA) is also increased here, it is difficult to correct. We investigated the effects of rotational distal chevron metatarsal osteotomy (DCMO) on hallux valgus associated with metatarsus adductus and increased DMAA. Methods: Twelve patients, (12 female, 15 feet), of average age 59 (SD 23) with symptomatic hallux valgus associated with metatarsus adductus and increased DMAA underwent a rotation DCMO and were reviewed at an average of 12 months postoperatively. Clinically preoperative and postoperative AOFAS hallux MP-IP scale and satisfaction after the surgery were analyzed. Radiologically hallux valgus angle, the 1st intermetatarsal angle, DMAA before and after the operation was analyzed. Results: Distal Chevron osteotomy was done in 15 cases. After DCMO, The distal fragment was translated to laterally as far as possible and rotated to reduce DMAA. Clinically AOFAS scale was increased from 65.3 points preoperatively to 92.2 points postoperatively. Two patients were not satisfied with the results. Radiologically hallux valgus angle was decreased from 21.8° preoperatively to 8.5° postoperatively. The first intermetatarsal angle was decreased from 11.8° preoperatively to 6.7° postoperatively. DMAA was decreased from 15.8° preoperatively to 5.5° postoperatively. Conclusion: The rotational DCMO was an effective procedure for correcting hallux valgus associated with metatarsus adductus and increased DMAA. It allowed good realignment of the first MTP joint without the need for lesser metatarsal surgery to reduce the metatarsus adductus.

Comparison of two pixelated insoles using in-shoe pressure sensors to determine percent offloading: case studies

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (Sup2c) ◽  
pp. S18-S26
Author(s):  
Harry Penny ◽  
Son Tran ◽  
Laura Sansosti ◽  
Steven Pettineo ◽  
Andrew Bloom ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Edge Effect ◽  
Plantar Pressure ◽  
Pressure Sensors ◽  
Metatarsal Head ◽  
Percentage Reduction ◽  
Total Contact Cast ◽  
First Metatarsal ◽  
Plantar Pressures ◽  
Significant Edge ◽  
Pressure Changes

Objective: The gold standard for offloading neuropathic forefoot and midfoot wounds is the total contact cast (TCC). However, in practice TCC is rarely used and is contraindicated in patients with fluctuating oedema, poor perfusion, lack of adequate tissue oxygenation and morbid obesity. It can also be too restrictive for patients, inevitably resulting in treatment rejection and delayed healing. This paper examines the role of shoe-based offloading devices as an alternative in reducing plantar pressure and optimising the healing of neuropathic ulcers. Method: Healthy subjects were recruited and fitted for two types of pixelated insoles: PegAssist (PA) insole system (Darco International, US) and FORS-15 (FORS) offloading insole (Saluber, Italy). An area of discreet, elevated high pressure was created by adding a 1/4-inch-thick felt pad to the plantar skin under the first metatarsal head. Subjects walked barefoot in surgical shoes with standard insoles (Condition 1), barefoot in pixelated insoles (Condition 2), barefoot with pixels removed (Condition 3). Dynamic plantar pressures were measured using F-Scan and the results were analysed to determine plantar pressure changes in each condition. Results: Using PA, the percentage reduction of plantar pressure (kPa) under the first metatarsal between Condition 1 and Condition 2 was 10.54±15.81% (p=0.022), between Condition 2 and Condition 3 was 40.13±11.11% (p<0.001), and between Condition 1 and Condition 3 was 46.67±12.95 % (p<0.001). Using FORS, the percentage reduction between Condition 1 and Condition 2 was 24.25±23.33% (p=0.0029), between Condition 2 and Condition 3 was 23.61±19.45% (p<0.001), and between Condition 1 and Condition 3 was 43.39±18.70% (p<0.001). A notable difference in the findings between the two insoles was the presence of a significant edge effect associated with PA, indicating that the offloading was not entirely successful. No edge effect was detected with FORS. Conclusion: Our current analysis shows that pixelated insoles exhibit potential for supplemental offloading in surgical shoes. These devices could provide an alternative way for physicians to offload plantar wounds and expedite closure for patients that cannot tolerate a TCC or other restrictive devices.

The effect of hallux abducto valgus surgery on the sesamoid apparatus position

1999 ◽  
Vol 89 (11) ◽  
pp. 551-559 ◽  
Author(s):  
MS Judge ◽  
S LaPointe ◽  
GV Yu ◽  
JE Shook ◽  
RP Taylor
Keyword(s):  
Metatarsal Head ◽  
Surgical Correction ◽  
Direct Result ◽  
Intermetatarsal Angle ◽  
Radiographic Parameters ◽  
Second Metatarsal ◽  
Before And After

A new parameter, the tibial sesamoid-second metatarsal distance, was established to determine whether the sesamoids move in relation to the foot in hallux abducto valgus surgery. The reliability of the tibial sesamoid-second metatarsal distance was assessed and shown to be excellent. Seventy-five feet underwent surgical correction of hallux abducto valgus. Four radiographic parameters--the intermetatarsal angle, the hallux abductus angle, the tibial sesamoid position, and the tibial sesamoid-second metatarsal distance--were measured before and after surgery. The hallux abductus angle, intermetatarsal angle, and tibial sesamoid position were all significantly reduced following surgery. The tibial sesamoid-second metatarsal distance was not affected by hallux abducto valgus correction. Thus the correction in sesamoid position gained with hallux abducto valgus correction is a direct result of lateral translocation of the metatarsal head, with no contribution from change in position of the sesamoid apparatus relative to the foot.

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