Hallux Limitus

This study is conducted to investigate and compare the effect of adding either kinetic control retraining or dynamic taping to the standard treatment program on first metatarsophalangeal joint dorsiflexion active range of motion, first metatarsophalangeal joint dorsiflexion strength, forefoot strike pattern running, vertical jump performance, and lower limb injury prevention in intermediate-professional level indoor sports athletes with functional hallux limitus.

The HYALEX SLALOM MTP Hemiarthroplasty System consists of a synthetic implant designed to replace the distal metatarsal surface of the great toe for treatment of arthritis . The system is composed of the HYALEX MTP Implant and instrumentation. The implant consists of the HYALEX Cartilage material bonded to a titanium backing.