Clinical and radiographic efficacy of subtalar screw arthroereisis in the treatment of pediatric flexible flatfoot.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Subtalar arthroereisis has been reported to be an effective treatment technique for flexible flatfoot (FF) in children. Although many devices for this procedure exist, arthroereisis using screws is still globally used. Therefore, this study aims to revisit subtalar screw arthroereisis (SSA) and investigate its outcomes.

Methods

We retrospectively reviewed 353 flexible flatfeet in 178 pediatric patients who underwent SSA between 2007 and 2020. Clinical and radiological assessments were conducted pre-implantation and pre-explantation. Radiographic angles were measured to quantify correction. Statistical analyses included chi-squared tests and Student's t-tests to evaluate clinical improvement and the impact of variables on outcomes.

Results

The mean patient a

SUBMITTER: Khury F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12920407 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature