What is metatarsus adductus?

Metatarsus adductus is the deformity of the legs that usually affects children at birth. The middle bones of the legs of children with metatarsal aductus turn inside, causing deformity. While it is considered to be a condition caused by the child in the uterus, the exact cause is not yet fully understood. Treatments for the condition include sections, exercise or use of a long cast of the foot. On average, one of the thousands of births will suffer a condition. The vast majority of children born with this disease will not suffer from long -term effects, as only about 15 percent will require any remedial treatment. The body may usually be corrected without the treatment of metatarsus adductus, although a stretching routine is sometimes required. In the most serious cases, metatarsus adductus surgery may be the only option. Children suffering from this condition can also have an increased chance of developing certain hip problems, although it is not yet clear whether this is the cause or effect. Once successfulThe treatment, the chances of repetition is relatively small, even if it is not impossible.

Metatarsus adductus diagnostics is usually a direct process because it is easy to see. For this reason, the doctor will physically explore the child to confirm that the problem is metatarsus primus adductus. As soon as the diagnosis occurs, an orthopedic surgeon may be required to look at his foot to check that surgery will be required. The following treatment will depend on the age of the child, how serious the condition, as well as the parents' preferences.

One of the most common treatments for metatarsus aductus is the use of cast. The long cast of the foot is takmetimes used if stretching or other exercises are unable to solve the problem. The castings of long legs run from the top of the thigh down to the leg and need to be replaced regularly - usually every two weeks. The purpose of the cast is to help extend the muscles in the feet, which can helpto straighten.

adult metatarsus adductus is unusual because the disease is almost always successfully treated when the patient is a child. However, if the condition is not treated, adult treatment may include the support of the foot with the orthosis. In some patients, the leg deformity may not cause significant problems and in this case treatment is usually not required.