Returning to skiing after big toe joint surgery
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study follows people who had surgery to fuse their big toe joint (usually for arthritis or bunion) and want to know if they can safely return to cross-country skiing and other physical activities. Researchers want to understand how well the surgery works for getting back to an active lifestyle.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You had surgery to fuse your big toe joint (first metatarsophalangeal joint) for arthritis or severe bunion
- You were between 18 and 60 years old when you had the surgery
- Your surgery was at least 1 year ago but no more than 5 years ago
- You can walk without significant difficulty
- You are able to speak Norwegian and participate in study visits
- You had only the big toe joint fused, not other toe joint surgeries at the same time
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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