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| name = Pigeon toe | |||
| image = [[File:In-toeing.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = A child with pigeon toe | |||
| synonyms = In-toeing | |||
| field = [[Orthopedics]] | |||
| symptoms = Feet that point inward | |||
| complications = [[Gait]] abnormalities | |||
| onset = Childhood | |||
| duration = Can persist into adulthood | |||
| causes = [[Femoral anteversion]], [[tibial torsion]], [[metatarsus adductus]] | |||
| risks = Family history, [[developmental dysplasia of the hip]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[X-ray]] | |||
| differential = [[Clubfoot]], [[flat feet]] | |||
| treatment = Observation, [[physical therapy]], [[orthotic]] devices | |||
| prognosis = Generally good, often resolves with age | |||
| frequency = Common in children | |||
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'''Pigeon toe''', also known as '''in-toeing''', is a condition where the feet point inward when walking. It is common in children and is usually not a serious condition. Most children will outgrow pigeon toe on their own without the need for treatment. | '''Pigeon toe''', also known as '''in-toeing''', is a condition where the feet point inward when walking. It is common in children and is usually not a serious condition. Most children will outgrow pigeon toe on their own without the need for treatment. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Pigeon toe can be caused by several factors. These include: | Pigeon toe can be caused by several factors. These include: | ||
* '''[[Metatarsus adductus]]''': This is a common foot deformity noted at birth that causes the front half of the foot, or forefoot, to turn inward. | * '''[[Metatarsus adductus]]''': This is a common foot deformity noted at birth that causes the front half of the foot, or forefoot, to turn inward. | ||
* '''[[Tibial torsion]]''': This is an inward twisting of the shin bones, the bones that are located between the knee and the ankle. | * '''[[Tibial torsion]]''': This is an inward twisting of the shin bones, the bones that are located between the knee and the ankle. | ||
* '''[[Femoral anteversion]]''': This is an inward twisting of the thigh bone, also known as the femur. | * '''[[Femoral anteversion]]''': This is an inward twisting of the thigh bone, also known as the femur. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The main symptom of pigeon toe is an inward pointing foot. This can be observed when the child is walking or running. In some cases, the child may also have a clumsy gait and may trip frequently. | The main symptom of pigeon toe is an inward pointing foot. This can be observed when the child is walking or running. In some cases, the child may also have a clumsy gait and may trip frequently. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Pigeon toe is usually diagnosed through a physical examination. The doctor may also ask about the child's birth history, as some conditions that cause pigeon toe are more common in children who were in a breech position before birth. | Pigeon toe is usually diagnosed through a physical examination. The doctor may also ask about the child's birth history, as some conditions that cause pigeon toe are more common in children who were in a breech position before birth. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Most cases of pigeon toe do not require treatment, as the condition usually corrects itself as the child grows. In severe cases, or if the condition does not improve, the doctor may recommend special shoes or braces to help straighten the foot. In very rare cases, surgery may be required. | Most cases of pigeon toe do not require treatment, as the condition usually corrects itself as the child grows. In severe cases, or if the condition does not improve, the doctor may recommend special shoes or braces to help straighten the foot. In very rare cases, surgery may be required. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Foot deformity]] | * [[Foot deformity]] | ||
* [[Club foot]] | * [[Club foot]] | ||
* [[Bow legs]] | * [[Bow legs]] | ||
{{Acquired musculoskeletal deformities}} | {{Acquired musculoskeletal deformities}} | ||
{{Congenital malformations and deformations of musculoskeletal system}} | {{Congenital malformations and deformations of musculoskeletal system}} | ||
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[[Category:Pediatrics]] | [[Category:Pediatrics]] | ||
[[Category:Foot diseases]] | [[Category:Foot diseases]] | ||
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| Pigeon toe | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | In-toeing |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Feet that point inward |
| Complications | Gait abnormalities |
| Onset | Childhood |
| Duration | Can persist into adulthood |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Femoral anteversion, tibial torsion, metatarsus adductus |
| Risks | Family history, developmental dysplasia of the hip |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, X-ray |
| Differential diagnosis | Clubfoot, flat feet |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Observation, physical therapy, orthotic devices |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good, often resolves with age |
| Frequency | Common in children |
| Deaths | N/A |
Pigeon toe, also known as in-toeing, is a condition where the feet point inward when walking. It is common in children and is usually not a serious condition. Most children will outgrow pigeon toe on their own without the need for treatment.
Causes[edit]
Pigeon toe can be caused by several factors. These include:
- Metatarsus adductus: This is a common foot deformity noted at birth that causes the front half of the foot, or forefoot, to turn inward.
- Tibial torsion: This is an inward twisting of the shin bones, the bones that are located between the knee and the ankle.
- Femoral anteversion: This is an inward twisting of the thigh bone, also known as the femur.
Symptoms[edit]
The main symptom of pigeon toe is an inward pointing foot. This can be observed when the child is walking or running. In some cases, the child may also have a clumsy gait and may trip frequently.
Diagnosis[edit]
Pigeon toe is usually diagnosed through a physical examination. The doctor may also ask about the child's birth history, as some conditions that cause pigeon toe are more common in children who were in a breech position before birth.
Treatment[edit]
Most cases of pigeon toe do not require treatment, as the condition usually corrects itself as the child grows. In severe cases, or if the condition does not improve, the doctor may recommend special shoes or braces to help straighten the foot. In very rare cases, surgery may be required.
See also[edit]
| Acquired musculoskeletal deformities | ||||||||
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| Congenital malformations and deformations of musculoskeletal system / musculoskeletal abnormality | ||||||||||||||||||||
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