Haluxy, estetický alebo zdravotný problém?
Hallux, Aesthetic or Health Problem?

Summary/Abstract: Introduction: Hallux valgus also known as buckled or twisted thumb. it is a lateral defection of the subluxation of the thumb in the base joint with a varus position. Objectives: The aim of the reserach was to find out the most common reason for patient decision for halux operation. File and Methods: 67 respondents were included in the file, patients after halux surgery, regardless of age, gender and social status. The questionnaire method of it´s own construcion was used. The answer options have been adjusted five levels Likert scale (very often 1, never 5). Results: Hallux valgus significantly affects the respondent´s lives. Respondents most often reported limitation in motion, a score of 2.35, and pain with an average score 2.26. The results show that patients come to a decision more for halux operation for health reasons. overall, respondents most often leaned toward number 4 with an average of 4.13, (5 the most, 1 at least). The power of decision from aesthetic reasons, respondents most often chose number 3, with an average of 2.70. Conclusion: The results of the research show that hallux valgus is not just an aesthetic problem. it is a disease that it may have a negative health influence on the patient and most often affect the patient‘s decision for the surgical solution. However, the surviving of this disease is individual and depends on the stage of disability, age, gender, and patient‘s personality.

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