Cavovarus Foot Deformity Treatment in Karachi

Cavovarus Foot in Children with Spina Bifida

Dr. Vikash Singh provides assessment and treatment of cavovarus foot deformity in Karachi, particularly in children with neurological, congenital or recurrent foot deformities. Treatment is tailored to the underlying cause, severity of deformity and functional needs of the child.

Cavovarus deformity is not simply a high-arched foot. It is a complex deformity involving:

High medial arch (Pes Cavus)
Heel turning inward (Hindfoot Varus)
Plantarflexed first ray
Forefoot pronation
Clawing of the toes
Tight plantar fascia
Muscle imbalance
Progressive foot stiffness

The deformity may initially appear mild but often worsens with growth.

Causes of Cavovarus Foot in Children

Cavovarus foot in children may be associated with underlying neurological, congenital or neuromuscular conditions.

Common causes include:

Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease
Residual or recurrent clubfoot
Spina bifida
Cerebral palsy
Poliomyelitis
Peripheral nerve disorders
Spinal cord abnormalities
Idiopathic (unknown cause)

Proper diagnosis is essential because treatment depends on the underlying cause.

Dr. Vikash Singh – Cavovarus Foot Deformity Treatment

Dr. Vikash Singh is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with advanced Foot & Ankle Fellowship training from Germany and experience in complex pediatric foot deformity correction. His clinical experience includes cavovarus foot, recurrent clubfoot and neuromuscular foot deformities. Treatment is individualized according to the underlying condition, flexibility of the deformity, muscle imbalance and functional requirements.

Spina Bifida Cavovarus Foot Correction – Patient Result

All pictures and videos displayed on this website represent cases treated and operated by Dr Vikash Singh.

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