Synonyms of Clubfoot- Calcaneal Valgus
- Calcaneovalgus
- Metatarsus Varus
- Talipes Calcaneus
- Talipes Equinovarus
- Talipes Equinus
- Talipes Valgus
- Talipes Varus
- Valgus Calcaneus
Disorder Subdivisions
General DiscussionClubfoot is a general term used to describe a group of deformities of the ankles and/or feet that are usually present at birth (congenital). The defect may be mild or severe and may affect one or both of the ankles and/or feet. Different forms of clubfoot may include talipes equinovarus in which the foot is turned inward and downward; calcaneal valgus in which the foot is angled at the heel with the toes pointing upward and outward; and metatarsus varus in which the front of the foot is turned inward. If not corrected, affected individuals may develop an unusual manner of walking (gait) in which weight is placed on the side of the foot (lateral) rather than on the sole. Clubfoot may be caused by a combination of hereditary and other factors (e.g., environment) and may occur as an isolated condition or due to a number of different underlying disorders.
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Organizations related to Clubfoot- 11Q Research and Resource Group
83 Lantern Hill Road
Mystic CT 06355
Phone #: 860-599-4015
800 #: --
e-mail: [email protected]
Home page: http://www.11qusa.org
- Birth Defect Research for Children
930 Woodcock Rd
Orlando FL 32803
Phone #: 407-895-0802
800 #: --
e-mail: [email protected]
Home page: http://www.birthdefects.org
- MUMS (Mothers United for Moral Support, Inc) National Parent-to-Parent Network
150 Custer Court
Green Bay WI 54301-1243
Phone #: 920-336-5333
800 #: 877-336-5333
e-mail: [email protected]
Home page: http://www.netnet.net/mums/
- March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation
1275 Mamaroneck Avenue
White Plains NY 10605
Phone #: 914-428-7100
800 #: 888-663-4637
e-mail: [email protected]
Home page: http://www.marchofdimes.com
For a Complete Report
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