Abstract:Category: Hindfoot; Midfoot/Forefoot; Other Introduction/Purpose: Pes planovalgus is a very common deformity of the foot, often resulting from adult acquired flatfoot disorder (AAFD). This deformity in its early stages is treated conservatively with non-operatively modalities such as bracing, however in its later stages often requires surgical correction of the deformity in order to improve the pain and function of the extremity. Two commonly performed procedures in the correction of this type of deformity are… Show more
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