flat feet malalignment

Introduction: Flexible flat foot is one of the most common foot conditions found amongst any age group across the world. One very important reason for this condition is the incongruency or partial dislocation of one or more joints within the talo-tarsal mechanism. This flexible talo-tarsal malalignment is termed as recurrent talo-tarsal joint dislocation (RTTJD). Materials and Methods: Between 2016 and 2018, 32 patients were advised Extra osseous talo-tarsal stabilization (EOTTS) as a standalone procedure for RTTJD following detailed clinical examination including foot posture index (FPI) scoring and weight-bearing radiographic evaluation...

BACKGROUND: Execution of strenuous activities in conjunction with slippery and viscous muddy working terrain in rice cultivation leads to a high prevalence of farmer musculoskeletal disorders and malalignments. Recommended intervention strategies originally designed for congenitally disabled individuals may also be applicable to farmers, including simple corrective wedges to reduce foot eversion. The objective of the present study was to conduct a preliminary investigation of the effects of corrective wedges on lower extremity muscle activity and alignment when subjects stood on flat rigid ground or muddy terrain, simulating typical work conditions encountered by the unique but populous Thai rice farming workforce...

OBJECTIVE: Foot and ankle deformities greatly affect the quality of life of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. The aim of this study was to elucidate the pattern of destruction of the RA foot and its impact on patients. METHODS: We cross-sectionally investigated RA patients (274 patients and 542 feet) using radiographs. The grade of joint destruction was assigned using Larsen's grading system for 12 joints in the foot and ankle. Cluster analysis was performed using the K-means method to classify the pattern of joint destruction...

OBJECTIVE: Fusion of the first metatarsophalangeal joint and realignment of the great toe in patients with painful arthritis to achieve pain-free walking. INDICATIONS: Hallux rigidus grade 3/4, hallux valgus et rigidus, claw toe deformity of the great toe, salvage after endoprosthesis or cheilectomy, avascular necrosis of the first metatarsal head arthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint. CONTRAINDICATIONS: Infection, painful arthritis of the interphanageal joint (relative contraindication), and severe osteoporosis (relative contraindication)...

Hyperpronation may cause malalignment of the lower extremity, frequently leading to structural and functional deficits both in standing and walking. Our aim was to study the effect of induced foot hyperpronation on pelvic and lower limb alignment while standing. Thirty-five healthy subjects were requested to remain in a natural standing position for 20s in four different modes: feet flat on the floor, and on wedges angled at 10 degrees, 15 degrees and 20 degrees, designed to induce hyperpronation. Sequencing was random, repeated three times and captured by eight computerized cameras using the VICON three-dimensional motion analysis system...

PURPOSE: purpose of this study was to evaluate paediatric feet and to document possible problems. MATERIAL AND METHODS: In 345 high school pupils of the 5th and 6th class aged 10 to 13 the feet as well as leg alignment were evaluated with a standardised protocol. RESULTS: Only 36.5% showed regular feet. In almost 2/3rd of the pupils malalignements or even deformities were present. The valgus foot showed the highest incidence with 39.4% followed by a flat foot with 19...