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hallux valgus, basal osteotomy - operative indications
hallux valgus, basal osteotomy - operative considerations

Hallux valgus, basal osteotomy-initial steps

Hallux valgus, basal osteotomy-controlled levering

Hallux valgus, basal osteotomy-opening wedge
post operative protocol
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Post operative protocol

Hallux valgus, basal osteotomy-post operative
Dress wounds with Inadine and mepore dressings.
Kellers type bandage for 5 weeks, changed at 2 weeks.
Negative camber type shoe or stiff soled through rocker for 5 weeks.
MTP passive and resisted joint mobilisations from 4-5 weeks.