1. An operation is described for the relief of irreversible claw toes associated with prominent and painful metatarsal heads. 2. The operation is suggested as an alternative to amputation of the toes. 3. The results of the operation done on twenty patients who have been followed up for a year or longer are reported.
1. Injuries of the sternum from flexion-compression violence are described and contrasted with injuries from direct violence. The characteristic feature of flexion-compression injuries is a dislocation or fracture at or near the manubrio-sternal joint with backward displacement of the manubrium. 2. Treatment is outlined, with special reference to the indications for open reduction and wire fixation. 3. The mechanism of flexion-compression injuries of the sternum is discussed. The opinion is expressed that most of the force is transmitted to the sternum by the ribsâespecially the upper ribs.
