Week 3 - In-toeing Flashcards

1
Q

what is in-toeing?

A

a child who when walking and standing will have feet which point towards the midline

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2
Q

what are the signs of in-toeing?

A

appear to parents as clumsy
wear through shoes very quickly
exaggerated when running

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3
Q

name 3 causes of in-toeing

A

femoral neck anteversion
internal tibial torsion
forefoot adduction

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4
Q

what is femoral neck anteversion?

A

anteversion of the femoral neck from the normal slightly anteverted position
(inward rotation)

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5
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what is internal tibial torsion?

A

rotation of the tibia inwards about its vertical axis

can be a normal variation

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6
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what is forefoot adduction?

A

inward curving of the lateral side of the foot

usually resolves

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