Introduction

This episode of the ortho bullets podcast will go over the topic of hallek valgus from the foot and ankle section. Hallex valgus, commonly referred to as a bunion, is a deformity of the first ray that can cause medial big toe pain and difficulty with shue wear. Treatment can be non operative with shoe modifications. For mild and minimumly symptomatic cases, surgical management is indicated for progressive deformity and difficulty with shoe war now let's get into the episode.