RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Diagnosing and treating hallux valgus: A conservative approach for a common problem
JF Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
JO Cleve Clin J Med
FD Cleveland Clinic
SP 469
OP 474
VO 64
IS 9
A1 Brian G. Donley
A1 Christopher L. Tisdel
A1 James J. Sferra
A1 James O. Hall
YR 1997
UL http://www.ccjm.org/content/64/9/469.abstract
AB For most patients with hallux valgus, the problem is caused by wearing shoes that are too tight, and conservative measures can help. We review how primary care physicians can evaluate and treat this problem, and when to refer to an orthopaedic surgeon.