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Sinus tarsi implant insertion for mobile flatfoot

 
Guidance issued
 
Number: IPG305

Summary

The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued full guidance to the NHS in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland on sinus tarsi implant insertion for mobile flatfoot.

Description

Mobile flatfoot is a condition in which the foot becomes flattened when standing. It can occur in children, where it may self-correct, and in adults. It usually results from tendon damage. In most people this is asymptomatic, but in some it may cause pain or other symptoms. This procedure involves surgery to insert an implant just above the heel bone, with the aim of correcting the condition and improving symptoms.

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Details

Arrangement:
Special
Topic area:
Musculoskeletal
Surgical procedures
Specialty:
Paediatric surgery
Trauma and orthopaedic surgery
Specialist advice has been sought from:
  • British Orthopaedic Association
  • British Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
  • Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
  • Society of Chiropodists & Podiatrists (Feet for Life)
Date notified to NICE:
09 July 2008
Guidance issue date:
23 July 2009

Contact details:

Project manager (for general enquiries or comments)
(for general enquiries or comments)
Ben Doak
Contact Address:

Interventional Procedures Programme
National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence
MidCity Place
71 High Holborn
London
WC1V 6NA

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