Evaluation and Surgical Management of the Overcorrected Clubfoot Deformity in the Adult Patient

Abstract

Adult patients presenting with an overcorrected clubfoot often have had a posteromedial release. They present later in life and have compensated quite well despite the development of deformity. Minor trauma may lead to the onset of acute symptoms. A spectrum of deformity exists. Key features include a dorsally subluxated navicular, a dorsal bunion from overpull of the tibialis anterior tendon, valgus of the ankle or hindfoot or both, and a flattop talus. This article details the diagnostic approach to the overcorrected clubfoot patient and options for management of the various components of the deformity.

Keywords: Clubfoot; Dorsal bunion; Dorsal navicular subluxation; Flattop talus; Overcorrection.