11+ Youngswick Osteotomy. Jan 29, 2013 #1 what is the best way to code for an austin. Rest and elevation of the affected foot.

Rest and elevation of the affected foot. The rationale of the youngswick osteotomy is to obtain a longitudinal decompression of the joint by proximal translation of the metatarsal head and plantarflexing it. The procedure realigns the mtpj and increases range of motion.