The Purpose of this Exhibit is:
1. To explain the clinical presentations of metatarsal and metatarsal phalangeal (MTP) joint pathology and the proper indications for various methods of imaging
2. To review normal anatomy of the metatarsals and MTP joints with a focus on magnetic resonance imaging.
3. To learn the imaging features of various pathologic conditions of the metatarsals and forefoot.
1. Normal Imaging Anatomy
a. First and Lesser Metatarsals
b. MTP Joints
2. Clinical Presentation
3. Imaging Techniques and Indications
4. Case Examples
a. Stress Fracture
b. Flexor and Extensor Tendon Pathology
c. Plantar Plate Tears
d. MTP Joint Instability
e. Interdigital Neuroma
f. Intermetatarsal Bursitis
g. Hallux Valgus Deformity
h. Degenerative and Inflammatory Arthrosis
i. Systemic Disorders
5. Summary
Mohabir, A,
Rucker, A,
Brown, M,
Burak, J,
Walz, D,
Comprehensive Imaging Review of Metatarsalgia and Related Painful Conditions of the Forefoot. Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL.
http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14016181.html