INTRODUCTION: The etiology of posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) is unclear although it has been suggested that it may be related to a preexisting flexible flatfoot. Obesity, diabetes, and hypertension may increase the risk of PTTD according to epidemiological studies. It is uncertain how tendonopathy can severely affect the PT tendon, while adjacent tendons, flexor digitorum longus (FD...

Objectives: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of flat foot in a population of 7-12 year old students and to investigate the relationship between flat foot and age and sex. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, a total of 945 students (460 girls and 485 boys) were examined. The presence of flatfoot and the degree of its severity according to Tachdjian's system of grading...

Subtalar arthroereisis has been reported as a minimally-invasive, effective and low-risk procedure in the treatment of flatfoot mainly in children but also in adults.It has been described as a standalone or adjunctive procedure, and is indicated in the treatment of flexible flatfoot, tibialis posterior tendon dysfunction, tarsal coalition and accessory navicular syndrome.Different devices for s...

Pediatric and adolescent flexible flatfoot is a pathomechanically complex deformity. Conservative and surgical treatment is directed at realigning the foot and alleviating symptoms. When surgical intervention is considered, there are various methods and techniques that may be performed to realign the foot. The treatment goals are directed first at resolution of pain, and second at the realignme...

PURPOSE This study aimed to examine the evidence for flatfoot intervention in children with gross motor delay of neurological origin, and to understand how physical therapists use foot orthoses (FOs) to treat this population. METHODS Thirty-four physical therapists employed in Canadian publicly funded pediatric centers were surveyed to explore current practices and beliefs related to FOs. R...

Triple arthrodesis is often the procedure of choice for end-stage adult-acquired flatfoot. The benefits of triple arthrodesis include resolution of symptoms, hindfoot realignment, and stability. This article reviews the operative technique, realignment considerations, and postoperative management when performing triple arthrodesis. When taken into account, these recommendations provide a favora...

Acquired flatfoot deformity caused by dysfunction of the posterior tibial tendon is a common clinical problem. Treatment, which depends on the severity of the symptoms and the stage of the disease, includes nonoperative options, such as rest, administration of antiinflammatory medication, and immobilization, as well as operative options, such as tendon transfer, calcaneal osteotomy, and several...

The Evans calcaneal osteotomy is used to correct the flexible flatfoot deformity. The procedure restores functional integrity to the medial longitudinal arch and reestablishes the locking mechanism of the midtarsal joint complex. A preliminary analysis of 36 cases (50 feet) performed at Atlanta Hospital and Medical Center during the past 3 years has yielded favorable results.

Latar Belakang: Kondisi flatfoot pada anak dapat menyebabkan penurunan kemampuan mobilitas seperti keseimbangan sehingga risiko jatuh akan meningkat. Bahan Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA) sering digunakan dalam pembuatan custom-made insole (CMI) untuk pasien dengan fleksibel flatfoot. Namun, EVA di Indonesia dikeluhkan elastisitas dan durabilitasnya meredam tekanan.Tujuan: Membandingkan CMI bahan ...