14/08/2023
Pes planus
About
Pes planus is a relatively common foot deformity that refers to the loss of the medial longitudinal arch of the foot, resulting in this region of the foot coming closer to the ground or making contact with the contacting the ground.
Causes
Etiology. Specific injuries that can lead to pes planus include fractures of the navicular, first metatarsal, or calcaneal bones, and/or trauma to the Lisfranc joint, plantar fascia, and deltoid/spring ligament. Dysfunction of the posterior tibial tendon (PTT) leads to pes planus of various degrees.
Diagnosis
Common presenting symptoms include Visible pes planus (flatfoot) deformity (see the image below) Inability or pain upon attempts to perform a single-leg heel rise. Pain along the course of the posterior tibial tendon (PTT)
For Treatment
Contact in DM
