Week 5.3 Pediatric Lower Limb Ortho Conditions

Question 1

what does metatarsus adductus look like

Answer 1

an adducted foot, curved lateral border of the foot and a neutral heel. Like a little bean

Question 2

there are 3 classifications of metatarsus adductus

Answer 2

flexible, moderately flexible and severe

Question 3

treatment for class 1, 2, 3

Answer 3

1: corrects by 4-6 months
2: stretching or corrective shoes
3: casting or surgery, corrective shoes

Question 4

clubfoot is described by what word

Answer 4

C: cavus (supinated)
A: Adductus (forefoot)
V: varus (hindfoot)
E: Equinus (PF position)

Question 5

when is clubfoot usually diagnosed

Answer 5

prenatally, with an US

Question 6

how early do you want to start treatment for clubfoot

Answer 6

early, like 24-72 hours, but also maybe 1-2 weeks to allow bonding with the parents

Question 7

what is poinsettia casting and serial casting

Answer 7

splinting for 3 months, at night, then bracing for 2-4 years

Question 8

what is the French PT method

Answer 8

you cast with tape, but you need to change it every 5 days, so wrks in hospital, not really feasible.