MTP Cheilectomy

A MTP (Metatarsophalangeal) Cheilectomy is a surgical procedure used to treat pain and stiffness in the big toe joint by removing bone spurs and cleaning up the joint surfaces. It is performed to improve joint movement, reduce pain, and support a return to comfortable walking and daily activity. In addition to wearing your post operative footwear for the next 3 weeks, we also require you to begin rehabilitation. Rehabilitation will promote a fast recovery, prevent deficits in walking and strength, and decrease stiffness during the early post operative phase. Please see the key exercises we need you to perform below. Refer to the handout for specific repetitions and sets per day.