Introduction

Treatment for hallux valgus has been controversial and includes various re-alignment and fusion procedures. Inadequate treatment of hallux valgus can lead to significant sequelae. Longer-term results have included a fair proportion of failures, which have required further surgical treatment. Failed hallux valgus surgery has been associated with a high incidence of litigation. The failures and the increasing demand for normal function in most patients have led to increasing enthusiasm for various treatment options. Our Themes section will discuss these important issues in detail.