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- Title
Subluxation of the Second Metatarsophalangeal Joint with Associated Hallux Abducto Valgus in a Dancer.
- Authors
Papp-Mlodzienski, Susan; Price, Lisa
- Abstract
Second metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) instability can be a very painful and disabling foot disorder for dancers. The purpose of this case report is to review an incident where a dance instructor sub-luxed her second MTPJ after performing a specific tap dance step. This second MTPJ subluxation was treated surgically via a flexor digitorum longus tendon transfer. The dance instructor also had underlying forefoot pathology consisting of hallux abducto valgus (HAV) and a second hammertoe. These deformities were also addressed at the time of surgery. This patient had a good surgical outcome and was able to return to her dance instruction.
- Subjects
DANCE teachers; FOOT injuries; DANCING injuries; TAP dancing; PREVENTIVE medicine; FOOT surgery
- Publication
Journal of Dance Medicine & Science, 2006, Vol 10, Issue 1/2, p57
- ISSN
1089-313X
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1177/1089313x06010001-202