hallux valgus

Definition

Bunion

- medial prominence of head of 1st MT

Hallux Valgus

- medial deviation 1st MT

- lateral deviation of great toe

Anatomy

Metatarsal head

- has 2 grooves separating ridge (cristae)

Issues

1.  Painful Bunion / Hallux valgus

2.  Metatarsalgia / MTPJ dislocation

3.  Claw toes