The Effect of Frontal Plane Position on First Ray Motion: Forefoot Locking Mechanism

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Hugo R. Perez · University Foot & Ankle Institute

Abstract

This study demonstrates that the frontal plane position of the first ray affects the sagittal plane motion. An everted position has the least mobility, and we hypothesize that this represents a closed-packed or locked position.

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Foot and Ankle Surgery Diabetic Foot Ulcer Assessment and Management Lower Extremity Biomechanics and Pathologies

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Published in: Foot & Ankle International

Volume 29, Issue 1, pp. 72-76

DOI: 10.3113/fai.2008.0072

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The Effect of Frontal Plane Position on First Ray Motion: Forefoot Locking Mechanism

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