Lateral Column Lengthening as a Repair for Adult Flatfoot Deformity

Summary

Adult flatfoot deformity is often treated surgically with subtalar arthroereisis or lateral column lengthening. In a study that evaluated clinical and radiographic outcomes among 18 patients who underwent either procedure, no significant differences in radiographic outcomes were evident at 18 months, although the subtalar arthroereisis group had significantly higher SF-36 Health Survey Update scores.

  • adult flat foot
  • subtalar arthroereisis
  • lateral column deformity
  • SF-36 Health Survey Update
  • radiographic measurements
  • foot & ankle conditions
  • orthopedic procedures
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