Forefoot adduction

A posterior fibular head somatic dysfunction is accompanied by foot inversion, forefoot adduction, and lower leg internal rotation. 

In Tapipes equinovarus, or club foot, the foot is in a position of inversion, adduction of the forefoot, calcaneal varus, and equines. The calf muscles are contracted. In the infant, these muscles can be manually stretched. Again, train the parents to perform this function at home. In addition, the child can be measured for a Dennis Brown splint, which is applied to maintain the correction after treatment and can be removed and reapplied by the parents. Gentle osteopathic manipulation of the bones of the feet and legs will assist in a return to normal more quickly. 

This is a condition characterized by calcaneal valgus. The forefoot is adducted and there is a convex lateral border of the foot present fiarly treatment by manual stretching of the muscles daily should be instituted. A Dennis Brown splint can be applied. 

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