Hallux valgus (HV): A multi-approach investigation analysis

Objective: this study aims to develop a 3D FE model of the foot suffering from valgus hallux in order to investigate the plantar pressure distributions between bony structures.Methods: in a first phase a baropodometric analysis was performed, successively a FE analysis was performed comparing results and obtaining information on the stress shielding.Results: the valgus hallux deforms the correct spreading of the stress inside the bony structures causing an overloading of pressure located on the hallux and downloading the other toes.Conclusion: This comparative study can furnish important indications about the distribution of the stress patterns on the foot.