Cavovarus Foot Reconstruction

Deformity of the foot that results in abnormally high medial arch (cavus) & the heel turned inward (varus). Results in pain and instability of the lateral foot and ankle

Various causes including Charcot-Marie Tooth disease, neurological disorders, stroke, spinal injury, traumatic foot injury but may be idiopathic (no known cause)

Usually presents in childhood affecting both feet. The deformity typically worsens over time

Associated with tight plantar fascia and claw toes

There are two forms of the deformity: flexible or rigid

With flexible deformities, Dr. Marsh performs a reconstruction with osteotomies and soft tissue procedures to restore the foot to a normal position

With rigid deformities, Dr. Marsh performs a reconstruction with fusion of the hindfoot and soft tissue procedures to restore the foot to a normal position