What it is
Stretching or tearing of the plantar stabiliser of an MTP joint, most commonly affecting the second toe.
Typical clinical symptoms
- Pain beneath the base of the toe
- Instability or a toe that elevates and deviates
- Swelling and pain during push-off
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Scientific literature
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Plantar Plate Injury and Angular Toe Deformity.
Literature review · 2018
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When is medical assessment needed?
Deformity or an open wound after trauma, inability to bear weight, a cold or pulseless foot, progressive numbness or weakness, a red hot joint with fever, and a neuropathic foot that becomes suddenly hot and swollen require prompt medical assessment.
Descriptions are for orientation. Diagnosis follows history, clinical examination and, only when indicated, imaging or laboratory tests.
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