The impact of hindfoot deformities for the recurrence of hallux valgus after joint-preserving surgeries for rheumatoid forefoot deformities

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a major chronic inflammatory disease that is characterized by destruction of multiple joints. In recent years, the introduction of powerful and effective antirheumatic drugs, including molecularly-targeted drugs, has dramatically controlled the disease activity of RA. With a trend toward milder disease because of improved medical treatment [1,2], patients with RA may seek better function as measured by the activities of daily living. As a result, the numbers of foot surgeries have increased especially in Japan [3].
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research