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Modified Chevron osteotomy: preliminary analysis of baropodometric behavior

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the clinical and baropodometric characteristics of the gaits of individuals with a hallux valgus deformity after modified Chevron osteotomy, in isolation or in association with the Weil osteotomy. METHODS: Foot evaluation happened before and three months after surgery analyzing 27 mildly and moderately deformed feet. The clinical evaluation included the AOFAS score and radiographic measurements. The baropodometric evaluation was done with the Emed-at platform. Peak of Pressure, Pressure-Time Integral and Relative Load were calculated in 10 different regions of the feet: calcaneous, midfoot, first to fifth metatarsal regions, hallux, second and third to fifth toes. RESULTS: After the surgical procedure, an increase in AOFAS scores and a decrease of radiographic parameters were seen. The baropodometric evaluation, after isolated Chevron osteotomy, showed a reduction in pressure and strength under the first metatarsal and hallux, as well as an increase in the same variables on central and lateral metatarsals. After Chevron/Weil osteotomy significant alterations had only occurred in the region of the hallux and toes. CONCLUSION: In the short-term, the modified Chevron technique promoted improvements in clinical conditions and radiographic parameters. The baropodometric evaluation evidenced a load transference from medial to lateral regions of the forefoot, possibly due to the short postoperative period.

Hallux valgus; Osteotomy; Dermatoglyphics


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