Flatfoot Reflex-Spastic

According to medical standards and definitions, flat feet are the transverse position of the feet in relation to the frontal plane. Many people are prone to flat feet these days. But do not confuse flat feet with a flat foot defect. One case in adulthood is diagnosed as flat feet.

In the early 40s of the last century, one of the most important neurological problems for the practice of orthopedics arose - spastic flatfoot. This form is characterized by the development of thickening and shortening of the muscles of the distal part of the foot, as well as disturbances in the functioning of the ligamentous apparatus. This condition is commonly called “reflex-spastic flatfoot.”

With reflex-spastic flatfoot, the feet in a standing position are excessively lowered down. The reason for this is the contraction and tension of the roots of the small and large fingers. This type of flatfoot is called “spastic”, and it is of a reflex nature. Due to the pathology, there is significant difficulty in performing movements of the foot such as flexion/extension and passive rotation of the leg in one direction or another.

Most often, this form is a consequence of a disorder of the nervous system. In addition, reflex flatfoot often develops after suffering from polio, cerebral palsy or infectious diseases of the spine. In some cases, it may be associated with injury to the spine or musculoskeletal system. In this case, the patient also experiences spastic changes in gait and posture.