Abstract
In this article, a definition of metatarsalgia is followed by an analysis of factors involved: biomechanical alterations, diseases of the forefoot and general diseases with an impact on the forefoot.
This is followed by a brief recall of the historical background and a description of the pathological anatomy and determining anatomic and biomechanical factors.
The frequency, symptoms and differential diagnosis are discussed together with the clinical, radiological, ultrasonographic and magnetic resonance imaging findings.
Conservative and surgical treatments are proposed together with a detailed description of the procedures and the supramalleolar anesthesia used in our department.
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