Turf Toe eMedicine Orthopedics

Description: Although several variations exist, the classic definition of turf toe is a hyperdorsiflexion injury of the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint. Since approximately the 1980s, turf toe has received increased attention in the media because of its effect on college-level and professional athletes.
ynonyms and related keywords: hallux metatarsophalangeal joint injury, forefoot sprain, sand toe, MTP joint injury, MP joint sprain, dorsiflexion injury, plantar-capsular–ligamentous sprain, plantar capsuloligamentous sprain, hallux rigidus, hallux valgus, hallux cock-up deformity, varus injury, valgus injury, hyperflexion, hyperextension injury, capsular-ligamentous–sesamoid complex, capsuloligamentous-sesamoid complex, plantar plate, capsuloligamentous complex, artificial turf, AstroTurf
Ohlson & O'Connor 2007