BOFAS Interactive Instructional Case 1 Introduction: 61 Yr Old Woman with Coughlin Stage 3 Hallux Rigidus Who Wants to Keep Her Joint Flexibility and Function

Description

The session begins with Rick Brown introducing an upcoming discussion featuring three clinical cases focused on patient management strategies. The first case involves a 61-year-old woman suffering from significant arthritis in her big toe, categorized as Kaufman Stage 3. Despite the severe limitations in her daily activities, her primary goal is to return to dynamic movements, particularly Zumba and Pilates. Diagnostically, she shows advanced arthritis with minimal joint space left, described through imaging findings, and clinical examinations reveal a limitation in her joint movement and a positive axial grind test, although she reports no pain upon palpation.



Rick emphasizes the complexity of devising a treatment plan that enables movement recovery. He transitions into introducing the panel of speakers, starting with Anna Chapman, a consultant with notable contributions to microsurgery and an educational role within BOFAS. Other experts include Mark Davies from Sheffield, known for his work on patient-specific ankle treatments, and Tim Clough, recognized for his research on silastic implants. Each presenter is expected to advocate for their respective surgical procedures in the context of improving patient functionality and mobility.

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