Metatarsus primus varus is a foot deformity that affects the angle of the bones of the big toe. ... shoes are often considered a contributor to metatarsus primus varus, hallux valgus and bunions.

Surgeons should consider computer-assisted surgery, adjuvant osteotomy and technique when planning for extra-articular deformity correction in patients with varus and valgus knees in total knee ...

Pseudolaxity is false laxity or false looseness of the knee which occurs when the joint has suffered a wear and tear injury which then mimics the looseness that occurs with a severe sprain.

ORLANDO, Fla., USA — There are some key principles orthopaedic surgeons should follow when they correct varus knee deformity in their patients prior to total knee arthroplasty, particularly when ...

A recent study determined that African-Americans were less likely to have a varus thrust, but more likely to have valgus thrust than Caucasians. Varus thrust is visualized during gait as the ...

The study revealed that 32.1% of subjects without OA and 36.7% of those with OA had a varus thrust. Valgus thrust was less frequent: 7.2% without OA and 9.1% with OA.

Frequency of varus and valgus thrust and factors associated with thrust presence in persons with or at higher risk for knee osteoarthritis. Arthritis & Rheumatism, 2010; DOI: ...

Each knee revealed an estimated 25º-30º of varus angulation. Valgus (medially directed) ... Years of squatting in rice paddies contributed greatly to our patient’s deformity.