Varus Deformity of the Hindfoot

Definition:
Descriptive of the hindfoot with a static angular deformity in which the bone distal to the joint deviates laterally from the longitudinal axis of the proximal bone, and away from the midline of the body, when the subject is in the anatomical position.

Symptoms
  • Inversion of the calcaneus when the subtalar joint is in the neutral position
Causes
  • Congenital deformity involving one or both feet
  • Edwards syndrome, a genetic defect with three copies of chromosome 18
  • Spina bifida cystica
Treatment
  • Serial casting
  • Foot manipulation
  • Possible surgical intervention
Varus Deformity of the Hindfoot Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Foot Wedge
  • 3-D Runners Stretch
  • Down Dog
  • Doorway Hamstring
  • Nose To Wall
  • Sit Up Squat
  • Stationary Bike
  • Gait II

Varus Deformity of the Hindfoot Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Raises
  • Heel Offs
  • Backwards Step Ups
  • Backwards Walk
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • Single Leg Squat And Touch

Varus Deformity of the Hindfoot Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Offs
  • German Dance
  • Heel Raises
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • T Band Walks In Mase
  • Tennis Ball Push
  • Jump Rope Routine
  • Toe Hops