Flat

That Flat (lat. pes planus) a diseased deformation of the foot bones is in the final stage (contract), whereby the Fussgewoelbe depressed and the entire foot surface rests upon also without load on the underground. Since the foot cannot cushion the steps when going any longer, each step pain does. In the growth phase - still loosens then usually - the flat is pain-free.

In suitable cases the flat can be corrected operationally. Here in principle a dreieckfoermiger wedge from the foot root range is sawn out, which is oriented transverse to the longitudinal axis of the foot and with its basis to the sole shows. If one stacks the remaining bone surfaces then after withdrawal of this wedge and operationally by screws or plate stabilizes, directly a longitudinal curvature results, as one can introduce oneself easily.

A gathering mold of the flat is that becomes the patient also Flatfeet orthopedic measure shoes order, which it itself then on prescription with Orthopaedie shoemaker its choice according to his desires make to let can.

See also: - Becoming lumpy foot - Break foot

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