Pediatric Flatfoot Pathology
Definition Pediatric flatfoot is a pathology that is characterized by a low, longitudinal medial arch and everted calcaneus. It is often accompanied by the presence of equinus. Pediatric flatfoot is commonly classified
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Neuroma Pathology
Definition Morton’s neuroma is a swelling of the Schwann cells that surrounds the digital nerve leading to the toes and generally occurs in response to irritation, trauma or excessive motion
Metatarsalgia Pathology
Definition Metatarsalgia is plantar pain within one or more of the metatarsal heads, metatarsophalangeal joints, and/or within the surrounding soft tissue structures. Overview Metatarsalgia generally results from excessive force or
Lateral Ankle Instability Pathology
Definition Lateral ankle instability originates from a hypermobile and unstable ankle with a history of lateral ankle ligament disruption. This instability leaves the ankle susceptible to further injury. Overview Numerous studies have shown that
Intoeing Gait Pathology
Definition Intoeing is defined as an abnormal angle of gait with the toes pointed excessively inward. This commonly occurs in children of various ages. The rotational (transverse plane) pathology producing this deformity can occur at
Functional Hallux Limitus Pathology
Definition Functional hallux limitus occurs when the hallux range of motion is limited as a result of jamming of the 1st metatarsophalangeal joint. Overview Hallux limitus most commonly occurs when 1st ray
Calcaneal Apophysitis Pathology
Definition Calcaneal apophysitis is inflammation of the calcaneal growth plate that results in pain and disability. Overview Calcaneal apophysitis usually occurs in children ages 10 – 14 prior to fusing
Achilles Tendinitis Pathology
Definition Achilles tendinitis is often a misnomer, as most problems associated with the Achilles tendon are not strictly an inflammatory response. A more appropriate term, which most experts now use,
Accommodative Foot Orthosis
An orthotic device that supports the foot but does not attempt to align the joints of the foot during stance or gait.
Functional Foot Orthosis
A custom or prefabricated device utilized to treat mechanical pathologies of the foot that may be structural or functional in nature.