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Review
. 2016 Dec;21(4):891-902.
doi: 10.1016/j.fcl.2016.07.004.

The Science Behind Wear Testing for Great Toe Implants for Hallux Rigidus

Judith F Baumhauer  1 , Michele Marcolongo  2
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Review

The Science Behind Wear Testing for Great Toe Implants for Hallux Rigidus

Judith F Baumhauer et al. Foot Ankle Clin. 2016 Dec.

Abstract

Various methods of repairing damaged articular cartilage surfaces have been proposed and a variety of implant materials have been tried in an attempt to decrease pain and improve function after cartilage repair. The hydrogel made of polyvinyl alcohol and saline is a unique material used as an implant in the great toe for advanced stage arthritis.

Keywords: Hallux rigidus; Hydrogel; PVA; Toe implant; Wear testing.

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