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Brooklyn Podiatrist

 
Manhattan Office
930 Fifth Ave., East 74th St.
New York, NY 10021
(212) 570-9300

Brooklyn Office
369 93rd Street
Brooklyn, NY 11209
(718) 680-6276

Patient Education: Reference Library and Glossary

Patient Education

 

 

Hallux Varus

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Hallux Varus is a condition in which the big toe points away from the second toe. It is a possible complication from bunion surgery. The condition has been linked to a number of other causes, including congenital deformity, tight or short abductor hallucis tendons, trauma, injury, or an absence or surgical removal of a fibular sesamoid.

Treatment may focus on stretching the abductor hallucis tendon through specific exercises or toe splints. In severe cases, surgery may be recommended. During the surgery, a small incision is made on the side of the toe and the toe is splinted in a neutral or straight position.


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Podiatrist - Brooklyn - Manhattan, Hamilton Foot and Ankle Associates,
369 93rd Street, Brooklyn NY, 11209 (718) 680-6276,
930 Fifth Ave., East 74th Street, New York, NY 10022 (212) 570-9300