The Hallux Limitus features a Morton’s extension, designed to restrict movement of the metatarso-phalangeal joint and prevent painful overextension.

Hallux rigidus and Limitus

Hallux limitus and rigidus are common causes of foot pain, often worsening over time and leading to disability. Arthritis in the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) is typically categorized as hallux limitus or rigidus when there’s restricted range of motion in the joint.

These conditions are characterized by damaged cartilage and bony growths (osteophytes) along the dorsal joint line, resulting in a stiff and painful joint. Without surgical intervention, treatment primarily focuses on managing pain and symptoms.

Various methods can be employed to achieve this goal, often targeting the reduction of dorsiflexion moments acting on the hallux