Prevalence of Hallux Valgus Deformity in Females Residing in South Pune

Author(s)	Shraddha Vishnu Pawar, Aishwarya Kanhere
Country	India
Abstract	Aim: Hallux valgus (HV) is a common forefoot deformity. The aim of the study was determining the prevalence of hallux valgus among female population residing in South Pune. Method: A questionnaire was shared to 100 female participants from South Pune. The participants were requested to provide information on demographic data, foot pain, choice of footwear and self-report assessment of HV. The questionnaires were analysed using descriptive statistics. Result: A total of 100 female participants were included in the study. The findings, revealing a 34% prevalence of Hallux Valgus among participants. Out of which only 10% of females complained of big toe pain. Conclusion: In South Pune population, HV is a prevalent foot deformity that is associated with big toe pain and its prevalence increases with age. Attention to the foot, even in absence of pain is necessary. Preventive measures and education on the HV deformity is required.
Keywords	Bunion, foot, hallux valgus, prevalence, big toe pain, footwear.
Field	Biology > Medical / Physiology
Published In	Volume 6, Issue 2, March-April 2024
Published On	2024-04-18
Cite This	Prevalence of Hallux Valgus Deformity in Females Residing in South Pune - Shraddha Vishnu Pawar, Aishwarya Kanhere - IJFMR Volume 6, Issue 2, March-April 2024. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i02.16311
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i02.16311
Short DOI	https://doi.org/gtrfp7

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