Wednesday, December 8, 2010

The Problem of Forefoot Varus

Forefoot varus is a position of the forefoot that is inverted when the subtalar joint is in its defined neutral position and the midtarsal joint is maximally pronated. To get this foot flat on the ground the rearfoot has to pronate. This can lead to a number of problems.

Forefoot supinatus is also an inverted position of the forefoot when the subtalar joint is in its neutral position and the midtarsal joint is maximally pronated. However, it is a very different beast to forefoot varus.

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