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Talipes calcaneovalgus is the medical term for a type of foot deformity in newborns in which the ankle is bent so that the top of the foot touches the shin. It's a molding deformity -- the limb was "stuck that way" in the womb. It's a very common problem, and normally resolves on its own with gentle stretching exercises.
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Newborn talipes calcaneovalgus, also known as positional talipes calcaneovalgus, is a foot deformity in newborns where the foot is twisted outward and bent upward at the ankle. It is usually due to abnormal positioning in the womb and tends to resolve on its own without treatment. Gentle stretching exercises and positioning techniques can help correct the deformity in more severe cases.
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Is there a treatment for talipes calcaneovalgus?
talpes calcanevalgus treate by surgery
What is the medical term meaning clubfoot?
Talipes, talipes varus, or talipes equinovarus is the medical term meaning clubfoot.
What is talipes also called?
The condition is also known as Clubfoot or talipes equinovarus
What is Clubfoot also called?
The condition is also known as talipes or talipes equinovarus
What is talipes equinovarus also called?
The condition is also known as Clubfoot or talipes
Is talipes commonly known as a bunion?
No, talipes is commonly known as clubfoot.
What is talipes valgus?
In talipes valgus, the foot rotates outward like the letter L
What happens in talipes calcaneus?
In talipes calcaneus, the foot points upward, with the heel pointing down
What happens in talipes equinus?
In talipes equinus, the foot points downward, similar to that of a toe dancer
Does a calcium and vitamin D deficiency in early childhood cause Talipes?
No, talipes is a congenital deformity, it is not caused by nutritional deficiency.
Talipes are what?
Talipes is a condition that can affect one or both of a baby's feet from birth. In most cases, the front half of the foot turns inwards and downwards. This is called congenital talipes equinovarus (CTE). It is also known as club foot. We do not know exactly what causes talipes but it can occasionally run in families. If one parent had talipes as a baby, there is a one in 30 chance that they will pass it on to their baby. This rises to a one in three chance if both parents had the condition when they were babies.
What are the variations of clubfoot?
There are two main variations of clubfoot: bilateral and unilateral. Bilateral clubfoot affects both feet and is more common, accounting for about 50% of cases. Unilateral clubfoot affects only one foot. Additionally, there can be variations in the severity of the condition, ranging from mild to severe.
