Foot Conditions and Orthotic Interventions

A set of vocabulary flashcards detailing various foot deformities, clinical signs, and their corresponding orthotic or treatment strategies.

Pes cavus (Cavus)

High arch condition characterized by poor shock absorption; requires cushion.

Pes planus

Flat foot condition where the arch is collapsed.

Rearfoot varus

Heel inverted with lateral loading; managed with a lateral heel post.

Forefoot varus

Forefoot inverted with compensatory pronation; managed with a medial forefoot post.

Forefoot valgus

Forefoot everted; managed with a lateral forefoot post.

Equinus

Limited dorsiflexion and early heel rise; managed with a heel raise, rocker, or AFO if severe.

Plantarflexed 1st ray

Condition where the first metatarsal is lower, leading to a callus under the 1st met head; managed by offloading the 1st met.