Metatarsus adductus
Metatarsus adductus is common deformity in the pediatric population with the incidence being 1 in 100. It expresses in the inward position of the forefoot in relation to the rear foot.
While the deformity can be congenital, it is sometimes due to the position of the baby in the uterus.Read More
Tight Achilles tendon in kids
Achilles tendon tightness is very common in growing kids and, sometimes, the most powerful deforming force at causing pes planovalgus deformity (flatfoot). In fast growing kids, the tendons have to play catch up with the bones. As the bones grow longer the tendons that span the joints have to expand in length also. Read More
Limb Lengthening
Limb lengthening is an important concept in limb deformity correction. It is a surgical technique that consists of lengthening a bone using patient’s own ability to generate new bone. Multiple techniques can be used.Read More
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