Freiberg disease

Case contributed by Rish Ratnalingam
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Pain on walking affecting the right foot.

Patient Data

Age: 18 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

There is flattening with mild sclerosis involving the 2nd metatarsal head with widening of the adjacent metatarsophalangeal joint. 

Case Discussion

Appearances are in keeping with osteochondrosis of the 2nd metatarsal head, also known as Freiberg's disease.

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