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Three Planes, Closed Chain: Achieving Tri-planar Control of the Equinovarus Foot (AM2023-OS03)
2023 Annual Meeting Education Content
Keyword(s)
os03, #AAOP2023
Learning Objectives:
- Identify critical aspects of foot and ankle evaluation for patients with equinovarus deformity.
- Describe tri-planar negative and positive modifications that assist in aligning the equinovarus foot and ankle.
- Incorporate treatment methods, orthotic and otherwise, that help to align the equinovarus foot and ankle in all three planes.
Credit Information
2.0 Credits for Certified Orthotists, Certified Pedorthists
Author(s)
Ben Wright, MS, C/LPO; Donald McGovern, CPO, FAAOP
Description
Review the etiology of the equinovarus foot and the challenges that arise with orthotic management. Speakers will emphasize the importance of a thorough patient evaluation in successful tri-planar control and present practical tips for implementing positive model modifications and orthotic design features.