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Pes Planus Part 1:
Biomechanics of Pes Planus Surgery
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Part 1 of this 2-part lecture reviews in detail the closed chain dynamics that lead to hyperpronation as well as the superstructural influences that lead to persistence of the pes planus attitude throughout the gait cycle. This lecture will orient the attendee to the clinical assessments and insights required when considering surgical intervention for the pes planus foot.

CME (Credits: 0.5) CEU (Credits: 0.75)

Marc Benard, DPM, DABPM, DABFAS
President and Co-Director
Operation Footprint/ Baja Project for Crippled Children
Los Angeles, CA
[email protected]

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Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the open and closed chain factors contributing to hyperpronation.
  2. Understand superstructural influences causing hyperpronation.
  3. Understand compensatory mechanisms that influence surgical choices for pes planus correction.
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