HALLUX VALGUS SURGERY

Question 1

what is bunion eval based on?

Answer 1

perform non-weightbearing exam

• obtain good history of pathology
• biomech exam

perform weight bearing exam

• eval pt gait
• take appropriate radiographs

Question 2

bunion history based on?

Answer 2

description of symptoms
duration of symptoms
what produces symptoms
prior tx
types of shoe gear worn
occupation/goals

Question 3

what does the root test measure?

Answer 3

evaluation of 1st MTPJ ROM in corrected position

Question 4

what does the NWB exam measure?

Answer 4

pain location
hyperkeratotic lesions
hallux IPJ

Question 5

weight bearing exam looks for what?

Answer 5

hallux/toe position
IM angle
gait analysis
1st MTPJ motion RCSP vs NCSP