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One of the bones of the hindfoot, the talus, is not positioned correctly in the so-called talus verticalis. In this case, the talus is permanently tilted downwards. As a result, the foot looks different than normal and can cause problems when walking.
The vertical talus is a rather rare deformity. It is estimated to occur in around one in 10,000 newborns.
The exact causes of a vertical talus are not yet fully understood. It is assumed that various factors can interact. These include problems during the baby's development in the womb. In some cases, vertical talus also occurs in conjunction with other genetic diseases or syndromes.
In most cases, the vertical talus is a congenital deformity. This means that the child is born with this special feature of the foot. Less frequently, a vertical talus can also be acquired, for example due to severe injuries or infections in childhood that disrupt the normal development of the foot bones.
The aim of the treatment is to correct the malposition of the foot, alleviate pain and enable normal walking.
The Medgate Kids Line provides quick and uncomplicated medical advice if your child is unwell. The medical team of our partner Medgate is available to you by telephone around the clock.
For emergencies abroad: Call the emergency number of your health insurance company. You will find this number on your health insurance card.
More information: On the Page of the emergency ward you will find everything you need to know about behaviour in emergencies, typical childhood illnesses and waiting times.
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