Why is this surgery recommended?

• Align the foot and maintain joint stability
• Treat severe foot deformities

What happens during the surgery?

Your child's surgeon will make a cut on the outside part of the foot.

Two foot bones (talus and navicular or talus and calcaneus) are fused together and screws or staples are inserted to maintain the position.

After the fusion there is less movement of the foot.

This surgery may affect growth of the foot and therefore, when possible, is avoided in young children.

Illustrations by Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare