Resumen de Tarsometatarsal Arthrodesis for Management of Unstable First Ray and Failed Bunion Surgery

Norman Espinosa, Stephan H. Wirth

• This article focuses on arthrodesis of the first tarsometatarsal joint as the primary intervention to treat hypermobility of the first ray or as a salvage procedure to treat prior failed bunion surgery and provides a concise review including historical perspective, definitions, pathomechanics, and treatment of specific forefoot disorders (ie, hypermobility of the first ray and failed bunion surgery).