Intermediate-term results of isolated minimally invasive arthroscopic cheilectomy in the treatment of hallux rigidus.

Aim: The aim of this study was to determine the intermediate-term results of minimally invasive cheilectomy of the first MTPJ using a high-torque low-speed burr and arthroscopic debridement.

Methods: A consecutive series of patients who underwent isolated unilateral minimally invasive cheilectomy of the first MTPJ were contacted by telephone. A questionnaire was used to assess patient satisfaction and complications.