Diagnosis and treatment.
Congenital vertical talus is an uncommon deformity in which a main ankle bone is oriented vertically. The foot may become convex and weight-bearing is altered.
It is usually present from birth and must be distinguished from deformities with a similar appearance. Clinical examination and additional tests help confirm the diagnosis.
We assess flexibility, the child's age, ankle movement and soft tissues. These findings show how the foot responds and what gradual correction may be possible.
Treatment requires specialist planning and follow-up. We review the response at each stage and adapt the plan to actual progress rather than following the same schedule for everyone.
If vertical talus is suspected or a complex deformity was diagnosed at birth, a second opinion can clarify treatment options and timing.
An uncommon condition
The foot may appear convex with altered weight-bearing. Its complexity calls for specialist examination and a clearly established diagnosis.
Specialist support
The plan considers stiffness, the child's age and the response at every stage of treatment.
How it is assessed
Assessment combines examination and any necessary tests to confirm the position of the talus and surrounding structures, guiding a gradual, understandable, age-appropriate plan.