Question 1

can club foot be a symptom of equinovarus foot deformity?

Accepted Answer

Clubfoot a deformity: Clubfoot is not a symptom, but a deformity (talipes equinovarus is another name for clubfoot). This is a triplane deformity: equinus (sagittal pl), varus  (frontal pl) & adductus (transverse pl) w/c is usually congenital and can be corrected if done at an early age. If you have or know someone with clubfoot, direct them to see a trained foot specialist (orthopedic  or podiatric) as soon as you can.

Question 2

what could have caused a foot deformity for me but not my identical twin?

Accepted Answer

Likely epigenetic: This is unlikely to be due to genetic influences since you two are genetically identical. Possibilities causing the deformity include amniotic band syndrome or deformity due to fetal crowding.  See an orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon in your area for diagnosis and treatment: www.Aofas.Org.

Question 3

what are the characteristics of a foot deformity?

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Read below: Most foot deformities are where a bony is abnormally prominant such as a bunion, or heel bump protrusion.  Most of these are hereditary including clubfoot.  Other foot deformities may be soft tissue in nature.  I hope this helps.

Question 4

any ideas why is it that i have a foot deformity while my identical twin doesn't?

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Many reasons: Going by the age in the profile there are many environmental factors that can take place over the course of 3 decades that can affect both of your feet.  Such as shoegear, activity level, pregnancy, traumatic injury, etc.  If your foot problems persist, i suggest you see a podiatrist.

Question 5

will i be able to enlist in the u.s navy with a foot deformity?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: It depends on the type and severity of the deformity

Question 6

i have have a foot deformity called metatarsus adductus and moderate bunions on both feet. what type of surgery for bunions is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Their are many: Procedures for bunions with met adductus vary for the individual. It depends on how much deformity there is, how much motion to 1st metatarsal or hypermobility is present and others so without seeing your x-rays and foot it is difficult to say.  Seek second opinion if you are not comfortable with the 1st one.

Question 7

what is right rigid equinovarus deformity mean?

Accepted Answer

Foot deformity: A foot deformity in which the heel is turned under and the toes are pointed downward. This one is on the right and is rigid.

Question 8

advice on precautions for clubfoot or "talipes equinovarus"?

Accepted Answer

Adult or a child?: Adult needs custom orthotics/ ankle foot orthoses/ shoes, etc, possible surgery to correct the bone deformity, expect the affected leg to be shorter also.

A child needs to be seen by a qualified foot specialist urgently to see what options are available.

Question 9

precautions i should take for clubfoot or "talipes equinovarus"?

Accepted Answer

Need more info...: Are you asking about pre-natal precautions?  If so, none are needed.  Just see a pediatric orthopaedic specialist when the child is born.  The vast majority of of people with club foot go on to to have normal to near normal feet.

Question 10

which nerve gets injured to cause talipes equinovarus?

Accepted Answer

I believe:  TEV is formed when born and not necessarily damage to a nerve.

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Will i be able to enlist in the u.s navy with a foot deformity?

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What is right rigid equinovarus deformity mean?

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