Patient cheilectomy fact sheet describes the surgery, used for the treatment of arthritis of the great toe, also known as hallux rigidus.

Read podiatrist Bret Ribotsky's article on the use of an unconstrained two-piece bioaction implant for the treatment of painful hallux limitus.

Peruse an FAQ on arthritis of the big toe. Includes comments on this condition in young people.

Fact sheet on hallux rigidus discusses the physical exam and X-rays used for the diagnosis. Learn about the cheilectomy treatment option.

Resource from KLM Orthotics discusses orthoses for functional and structural hallux limitus. Includes illustrative diagrams.

October 1996 article for the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons reviews the surgical options for hallux rigidus, including arthrodesis.

View an abstract of a 1995 article for the "Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery" on the Valenti procedure for hallux limitus and rigidus.