SynthesisBMJ open2021
Hallux valgus orthosis characteristics and effectiveness: a systematic review with meta-analysis.
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8 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Proximal Articular Set Angle Correction with the Reverdin-Isham Osteotomy in Mild and Moderate Hallux Valgus: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2025Pooled it
- Toe Separators as a Therapeutic Tool in Physiotherapy-A Systematic Review.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Review
- The efficacy of shoes modification and orthotics in hallux valgus deformity: a comprehensive review of literature.Musculoskeletal surgery · 2024Review
- Biomechanical evaluation of 3D-printed joint-type orthosis for hallux valgus.Journal of the Chinese Medical Association : JCMA · 2024Article
- Effects of custom insoles for symptomatic hallux valgus: protocol for a sham-controlled randomised trial.BMJ open · 2023Article
- Effects of Foot-Toe Orthoses on Moment and Range of Motion of Knee Joint in Individuals with Hallux Valgus.Life (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- Can a Biomechanical Foot Orthosis Affect Gait in Patients With Hallux Valgus? A Pilot Study.Annals of rehabilitation medicine · 2022Article
- Development of a preoperative questionnaire to improve satisfaction with hallux valgus repair: A Delphi study.PloS one · 2022Article
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Abstract
objectiveThe treatment effect of orthoses for hallux valgus (HV) is unclear with little interventional studies, the design involves multiple complex factors, and therefore a systematic analysis with meta-analysis is necessary. The objective of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to determine whether current foot orthoses are effective in treating HV.
designSystematic review with meta-analysis. DATA SOURCES: Electronic databases (PubMed, Scopus, Cinahl and Medline) are searched up to February 2020. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR SELECTING STUDIES: Interventional studies with content focus on HV orthosis design and any of the outcomes related to effectiveness for treating HV are included. The standardised mean differences are calculated. The risk of bias in included studies is assessed using the Cochrane Collaboration's risk of bias tools.
resultsIn total, 2066 articles are identified. Among them, nine are selected and quality rated, and data are extracted and closely examined. A meta-analysis is conducted, where appropriate. The main causes of potential bias are missing outcome data and outcome measurement error. The results show that orthosis with a toe separator has the best effect of correcting the HV angle (standardised mean difference: 0.50, 95% CI: 0.189 to 0.803).
conclusionThe orthoses design with a toe separator or an element that allows for the foot anatomic alignment is critical for reducing the HV angle and relieving foot pain. The results contribute to a better selection of treatment for patients. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER: CRD42021260403.
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