Blog's main page This case shows just how strong genetics can play in the development of bunions. This is the foot of a 16-year-old. The parents and podiatrist have been diligent with orthotics and ID wedging from an early age. There is a strong family history of bunions, and the genetic predisposition for the first metatarsal [...]
Blog's main page This patient presented approximately two weeks ago with a history of long-term gout. He is only in his thirties, and his history of supposed gout flare-ups does not seem like your typical gout presentation. He has marked symptoms; however, the 1st MTPJ is never red, hot and swollen. He had blood tests many [...]
Blog's main page I operated on this patient last week. She had suffered from marked left 1st MTPJ pain. She had been treated for her bunion via rest, orthotics, mobilisation, medication and various splints. No pain relief was achieved, and she noted that the joint was becoming slightly stiff and more symptomatic. X-ray assessment showed a [...]
