Pediatria pre prax 2/2017
Paediatric flat foot
Although paediatric flat foot is an often finding in children only relatively small number of paediatric patients require active treatment. The problem involves broad spectrum of clinical findings and the treatment approach is indicated according to severity of the clinical appearance. Insoles are often indicated where not necessary, surgical treatment is vice-versa underestimated. Proper clinical examination and accurate knowledge of functional complex of foot and calf is necessary in order to indicate the appropriate treatment modality.
Keywords: flat foot, child, treatment, calf muscle, Achilles tendon, insoles
