Midterm assessment of subtalar arthroereisis for correction of flexible flatfeet in children

ConclusionThis study showed that STA corrected the low longitudinal arch in symptomatic paediatric FFF, but did not correct forefoot abduction in relation to the hindfoot. Mid-term assessment revealed STA provided satisfactory ankle and hindfoot ROM, pain and function levels, but limitations are witnessed compared to unaffected individuals. This aspect should be considered when counselling patients and their parents or caregivers to allow for realistic expectations.Level of EvidenceIII, retrospective comparative study.
Source: Orthopaedics and Traumatology: Surgery and Research - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research