A close up view of the subtalar implant  and adjunctive gastocmenius recession procedure

By Jay Lieberman, DPM
Director of Podiatric Residency Education
Northwest Medical Center
Margate, Florida

 

Subtalar joint arthroreisis procedures are indicated in flexible flatfoot deformities when pathologic subtalar joint motion cannot be controlled by conservative means.   A significant component of the deformity is often a gastrocnemius equinus.  Prior to the arthroreisis procedure, I commonly perform a Fulp and McGlamry gastrocnemius recession.

The Subtalar MBA