Joint fusion superior to watchful waiting for hallux rigidus

1. In this randomized controlled trial, arthrodesis significantly reduced walking-related pain compared with watchful waiting in adults aged 40 years or older with hallux rigidus. 2. Arthrodesis also improved pain at rest and was associated with lower analgesic use. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Study Rundown: Hallux rigidus, or osteoarthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint […] The…