Calcaneovalgus Foot
What is a Calcaneovalgus Foot?
Understanding the condition
Calcaneovalgus foot is a common congenital condition seen in newborns where the foot points upward and outward, sometimes resting against the front of the leg. Unlike rigid deformities, this condition is usually flexible and often improves naturally during infancy. In more severe cases, gentle treatment may be needed to ensure proper alignment and healthy foot development as the child grows.
When to suspect a Calcaneovalgus Foot?
Signs & Symptoms
Foot bent upward and outward
Flexible foot movement
Visible tightness in front leg muscles
How We Diagnose Calcaneovalgus Foot
Diagnosis includes a thorough physical examination to assess foot position, flexibility, and muscle balance. In most cases, imaging is not required, but X-rays may be used to confirm the diagnosis or rule out other structural deformities.
How is a Calcaneovalgus Foot treated?
How We Heal a Calcaneovalgus Foot
- Observation, mild cases often resolve naturally within the first year of life
- Gentle stretching exercises, parents are guided on simple daily stretches to encourage proper alignment
- Casting or bracing, used in moderate to severe cases to gradually reposition the foot
- Physical therapy, helps strengthen weak muscles and improve overall foot movement
- Surgery, rarely needed; reserved for resistant cases that do not improve with conservative treatment
How is surgery performed?
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