The long-term outcome of silastic implant arthroplasty of the first metatarsophalangeal joint: a retrospective analysis of one hundred and eight feet

Purpose The short-term results of silastic implant of the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) have been successful. However, reservations exist regarding long-term results. The aim of this study was to evaluate long-term outcome of silastic implant prosthesis in treatment of hallus rigidus.