Cavus Foot Surgery Treatment in Turkey
About Cavus Foot Surgery
Key Highlights
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Corrects high-arched foot deformity to improve alignment and stability.Alleviates chronic foot and ankle pain, calluses, and instability.Prevents long-term joint damage and progressive deformity.Tailored surgical approach based on the child's specific anatomy and cause.Enhances walking ability, balance, and participation in physical activities.Performed by specialized pediatric orthopedic surgeons with expertise in growing bones./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- High, rigid arch (pes cavus) causing significant pain or difficulty with footwear.
- Recurrent ankle sprains or feelings of instability due to the foot deformity.
- Painful calluses on the ball or heel of the foot.
- Clawing of the toes (hammertoes) associated with the high arch.
- Underlying neurological conditions like Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease causing progressive deformity.
- Failure to improve with conservative treatments like orthotics, physical therapy, or specialized footwear.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive evaluation including physical exam, gait analysis, and imaging (X-rays, sometimes MRI).
- Discussion of medical history, especially any neurological conditions.
- Pre-operative tests as required (blood tests, ECG).
- Detailed consultation with the pediatric orthopedic surgeon to understand the surgical plan and goals.
- Arranging for post-surgery assistance and time off school/activities.
- Fasting as instructed prior to the surgery, typically from midnight.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: infection, bleeding, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Nerve or blood vessel injury, potentially leading to numbness or circulation issues.
- Stiffness in the foot or ankle joints.
- Incomplete correction or recurrence of the deformity over time.
- Delayed bone healing or non-union at the osteotomy site.
- Need for additional procedures in the future.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery involves a non-weight-bearing cast or splint for several weeks to protect the correction.
- Transition to a walking boot and gradual weight-bearing as guided by the surgeon.
- Physical therapy is crucial to regain strength, flexibility, and a normal walking pattern.
- Regular follow-up visits for monitoring healing and removing casts or hardware.
- Use of supportive shoes or orthotics may be recommended long-term.
- Full return to sports and high-impact activities may take several months.
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Typical hospital stay:
2-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 months for full recovery and return to sports
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering cavus foot surgery in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
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