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VOLUME 10 , ISSUE 2 ( April-June, 2023 ) > List of Articles

COMMENTARY

Arthroereisis for Flatfoot: Current Status of Our Understanding

Siddhartha Sharma, Aditya Kaushal

Keywords : Arthroereisis, Flatfoot, Flexible flatfoot, Pediatric flatfoot

Citation Information : Sharma S, Kaushal A. Arthroereisis for Flatfoot: Current Status of Our Understanding. J Foot Ankle Surg Asia-Pacific 2023; 10 (2):76-78.

DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10040-1159

License: CC BY-NC 4.0

Published Online: 11-04-2023

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2023; The Author(s).


Abstract

Flatfoot deformity can be seen in children as well as adults. Symptomatic flatfoot deformity at any age should be considered for surgical correction. Among the available options, arthroereisis has been gaining popularity in recent times, both as an isolated and an adjunctive procedure. In this commentary, we aim to discuss the history, evolution, biomechanics, controversies, advantages, and disadvantages of this procedure.

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