Cause of Metatarsalgia.
10.14193/jkfas.2017.21.3.79
- Author:
Heui Chul GWAK
1
;
Dong Jun HA
Author Information
1. Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Busan Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Busan, Korea.
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Metatarsalgia;
Forefoot
- MeSH:
Classification;
Congenital Abnormalities;
Foot;
Gait;
Hand;
Head;
Humans;
Mechanics;
Metatarsal Bones;
Metatarsalgia*;
Toes
- From:Journal of Korean Foot and Ankle Society
2017;21(3):79-82
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Metatarsalgia is one of the most common causes of patients complaining of pain in their feet. This pain is the plantar forefoot, including the second to fourth metatarsal heads and arises from either mechanical or iatrogenic causes. On the other hand, it is frequently accompanied by a deformity of the toes as well as of the first and fifth rays. The pain has a variety of causes, and sometimes the cause is difficult to distinguish. The variability of possible causative factors necessitates an individualized approach to treatment. To determine these causes, this paper presents an overview of the gait mechanics, plantar pressure, and the classification according to the etiology.
