Flat-foot reconstruction is a surgery that uses multiple different procedures to correct a foot with a fallen arch. Procedures can use tendons, ligaments, and bones to correct this deformity. The goal of this surgery is to restore the arch to improve pain and align the foot in a better functional position.

Am I a candidate for Flat Foot Reconstructive Surgery?

Patients who have failed conservative or non-operative treatment measures such as orthotics, bracing, physical therapy, or immobilization, can be potential candidates for this surgery. It is important to follow up with your foot doctor so they can do a thorough clinical examination of your feet in order to determine if you are a candidate for these surgical procedures. Recovery time is dependent on each case, however, it can be expected for the patient to return to their normal function about three months after surgery. Patients are usually nonweightbearing to their feet for 6-8 weeks after surgery, then transition to full weightbearing around weeks 10-12.

To see if you are a candidate for Flat Foot reconstruction surgery, schedule an appointment with the Midwest Foot & Ankle clinics today

References

https://www.footcaremd.org/conditions-treatments/midfoot/flatfoot-surgical-correction image

Hunt, Kenneth J., and Ryan P. Farmer. “The undercorrected flatfoot reconstruction.” Foot and Ankle Clinics 22.3 (2017): 613-624.

Conti, Matthew S., Jonathan H. Garfinkel, and Scott J. Ellis. “Outcomes of reconstruction of the flexible adult-acquired flatfoot deformity.” Orthopedic Clinics 51.1 (2020): 109-120.