Method of correcting hallux varus joint deformity

Abstract

Disclosed are methods for correcting hallux varus joint deformity in a foot. The method can include forming a first hole in a first metatarsal of the foot from a medial side to a lateral side of the first metatarsal. A second hole can be formed in a proximal phalanx of a hallux that extends from a medial side to a lateral side of the proximal phalanx. The method includes passing a suture through the first hole, along a lateral side of a first metatarsal phalangeal joint, and through the second hole. The suture can be tensioned between the first and second holes to reduce the hallux to a rectus position relative to the first metatarsal. The suture can be secured within the first and second holes with a first interference screw inserted within the first hole and a second interference screw inserted within the second hole.

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         9 . A kit for correcting hallux varus joint deformity, the kit comprising:
 a suture tape;   a suture passer configured to retain the suture tape and pass the suture tape through holes in a first metatarsal and a proximal phalanx of the foot; and   a plurality of interference screws, wherein each of the plurality of interference screws are sized and configured to retain the suture tape under tension within the holes in the first metatarsal and the proximal phalanx.   
     
     
         10 . The kit of  claim 9 , further comprising a cannulated bone drill configured to drill a 4.00 mm hole through a bone in the foot. 
     
     
         11 . The kit of  claim 9 , further comprising a bone tap. 
     
     
         12 . The kit of  claim 9 , comprising a pair of PEEK interference screws. 
     
     
         13 . The kit of  claim 9 , comprising a pair of 4.75 mm interference screws. 
     
     
         14 . The kit of  claim 9 , wherein the interference screws have screw threads configured to engage medial and lateral cortices of the first metatarsal and the proximal phalanx.