What causes forefoot equinus?

Causes. Equinus is often it is due to tightness in the Achilles tendon or calf muscles. For some, this may be congenital (present at birth) or an inherited trait. For others, this tightness is acquired and the result of being in a cast or on crutches, or frequently wearing high-heeled shoes.

How do you fix equinus?

Adjustments to footwear, including arch support, heel lifts, and custom orthotics can also relieve the pain and increase flexibility. If needed, a doctor may recommend night splints to keep the leg in a position that enhances flexibility. In rare cases, surgery for equinus may be required.

Is equinus a deformity?

An equinus foot and ankle deformity is a condition of the foot and ankle where the foot is held in a downward position; it becomes difficult to pull the ankle and foot up.

Can equinus be cured?

In some cases, surgery may be needed to correct the cause of equinus if it is related to a tight tendon or a bone blocking the ankle motion. The foot and ankle surgeon will determine the type of procedure that is best suited to the individual patient.

Does the equinus brace work?

The Equinus Brace has really helped me get rid of the tight and achy muscles that contributed to my stress fracture. The brace helped relieve my tired muscles and stretch the entire leg, from toes to the thigh providing complete relief. After a few weeks, I noticed a change in my ballet performance.

What is fixed equinus?

Fixed equinus at the ankle is defined as the inability to dorsiflex the ankle passively to plantargrade with the hindfoot in subtalar neutral and the knee extended.

What is an equinus brace?

Equinus braces, often called night splints, are designed to gently stretch the calf muscles and Achilles tendon to alleviate pain and help resolve further issues you might be experiencing.

What is spastic equinus deformity?

Abstract. Pes equinus is the most common deformity in cerebral palsy. A primarily dynamic pes equinus without shortening of the calf muscle in many cases turns into a structural pes equinus. This is due to insufficient linear growth of the calf muscle compared to bone growth.