The Orthobullets Podcast Foot & Ankle⎪Turf Toe
Jul 30, 2019
Dive into the fascinating world of turf toe, exploring its mechanisms, symptoms, and impact on athletes. Learn about injury grades, diagnostic methods, and effective treatment strategies. Discover the differences between Grade 2 and Grade 3 injuries, along with the latest research on injury rates in football. Get insights into management approaches and when surgical intervention might be necessary. Perfect for anyone interested in sports medicine or looking to enhance their understanding of foot and ankle injuries!
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Mechanism And Pathoanatomy
- Turf toe results from axial load on a hyperextended hallux MTP while the forefoot is fixed to the ground.
- The plantar capsuloligamentous complex tears off the proximal phalanx rather than the metatarsal.
Common Associated Injuries
- Turf toe often coexists with other first MTP injuries like sesamoid fractures and cartilage defects.
- Late sequelae include hallux rigidus and proximal sesamoid migration.
Three-Grade Classification
- Turf toe is classified into three grades based on plantar plate injury severity.
- Grade 1 = sprain, grade 2 = partial tear, grade 3 = complete tear.