Are Pedobarographic and Gait Analyses Useful Tools to Evaluate Outcomes of Anterograde Calcaneo-Stop Procedure in Pediatric Symptomatic Flexible Flatfoot?
Abstract:Background: Flexible flatfoot is a frequent condition in childhood that needs to be treated when symptomatic. The aim of this study was to analyze pedobarographic and gait outcomes of patients with painful flexible flatfoot who underwent the anterograde calcaneo-stop procedure. Methods: All patients scheduled for surgical correction of painful flexible flatfoot between April and September 2011 were offered to participate in a study of dynamic pedobarographic and gait analyses before surgery and 3, 12, and 24 m… Show more
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