First MTP Joint Fusion | 合法醫療器材資訊網

AfirstMTPjointfusionisasurgicalproceduretotreatarthritisofthebigtoe.Thebonesarejoined(fused)togetherpermanentlysotheycannotrubagainsteach ...

The first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint is the joint in your big toe. A first MTP joint fusion is a surgical procedure to treat arthritis of the big toe[1]. Big toe arthritis (also known as hallux rigidus) can cause pain and swelling and lead to difficulty walking, running, and wearing shoes. Arthritis develops when the cartilage on each bone wears away and the two bones that make up the big toe joint rub against one another.

In a first MTP joint fusion, the bones are joined (fused) together permanently so they cannot rub against each other and cause pain. This procedure also removes any motion at the big toe joint.

The need for surgery depends on how bad the arthritis is and how much pain you are experiencing. Surgery is typically recommended if you have pain and stiffness in the big toe joint. Some patients are unable...