Orthotic management in the rehabilitation of children with plano-valgus foot

Agnieszka Ciukszo, Mateusz Curyło, Ewa Kucharska,Marcin Mikos, Jan W. Raczkowski

Agnieszka Ciukszo, Mateusz Curyło, Ewa Kucharska,Marcin Mikos, Jan W. Raczkowski – Orthotic management in the rehabilitation of children with plano-valgus foot. Fizjoterapia Polska 2021; 21(5); 124-131

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG209371

Abstract
Plano-valgus foot is a common three-plane deformity that appears at developmental age. It is characterized by the eversion of the calcaneus in relation to the tibia, foot pronation and lowering of the medial longitudinal arch under load. Joint hypermobility and significant body weight are believed to increase the prevalence of plano-valgus foot at all ages. There is no consensus on the proper management of flat feet. This disagreement is primarily due to the fact that there is no clear-cut approach to distinguishing pathological or physiological flat feet and to determining who needs treatment. One of the methods of supporting foot correction is the use of orthopaedic equipment in the form of shoe insoles or SMO/RING orthoses. The introduction of repositioning in the lower ankle joint is intended to restore the natural foot support system and to reduce the compensation at higher levels in the joints of the lower limbs, in the pelvis and torso.
Key words:
plano-valgus foot, posture defect, orthopaedic insole, orthosis
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