Stair-shaped Achilles tendon lengthening in continuity — A new method to treat equinus deformity in patients with spastic cerebral palsy

Foot equinus is the most common deformity in children with spastic cerebral palsy (CP) [1]. Approximately 90% of the deformities observed in cerebral palsy occur in the ankle and foot regions [2]. The incidence of equinus is around 75% [3]. Spastic equinus deformity must be treated in patients able to walk. Untreated foot disorders may lead to fixed contractures and proximal compensatory deformities requiring surgical intervention. Achilles tendon lengthening is one of the effective options for the treatment of equinus deformity.
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research