🦶 Equinus Deformity – Toe Walking 

Treatment of Equinus deformity focuses on correcting the ankle position where the foot remains pointed downward, causing walking on toes and difficulty placing the heel on the ground.

Dr. Vikash Singh provides assessment and treatment of equinus deformity in Karachi in children, adolescents and adults, including complex and long-standing cases 

👶 Children (Early Cases)

Early-detected cases respond very well to simple treatment.

✔ Stretching and physiotherapy
✔ Serial casting
✔ Bracing (if needed)

👉Goal: Improve heel contact and walking pattern 

🧑 Adults (Stiff / Long-Standing Cases)

In adults, deformity is usually rigid and may need surgery.

✔ Achilles tendon lengthening
✔ Muscle/tendon release procedures
✔ Reconstructive correction in severe cases

👉 Potential benefits: Improved walking, heel contact and comfort 

When Should Equinus Deformity Be Assessed?

An orthopaedic assessment may be appropriate when persistent toe walking, difficulty placing the heel on the ground, ankle stiffness, walking difficulty or a progressive foot deformity affects daily activities.

⭐ Dr Vikash – Clinical Experience

Dr. Vikash Singh, with Foot & Ankle Fellowship training from Germany, has experience treating equinus deformity in children, adolescents and adults, including long-standing and stiff deformities. Treatment is individualized according to the underlying cause and severity of the deformity. 

💡 Key Message

✔ Early assessment can help guide appropriate treatment

✔ Equinus deformity can be treated in children and adults

✔ Appropriate correction may improve walking, balance and function