Hallux varus
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Hallux varus is a deformity of the great toe joint where the hallux
is deviated medially (towards the midline of the body) away from the first metatarsal bone
. The hallux usually moves in the transverse plane.
Hallux
In tetrapods, the hallux is the innermost toe of the foot. Despite its name it may not be the longest toe on the foot of some individuals...
is deviated medially (towards the midline of the body) away from the first metatarsal bone
First metatarsal bone
The first metatarsal bone is the bone in the body of the foot just behind the big toe.It is remarkable for its great thickness, and is the shortest of the metatarsal bones.The body is strong, and of well-marked prismoid form....
. The hallux usually moves in the transverse plane.