Hindfoot Fusions in the Cavovarus Foot: What Is the Key for a Successful Outcome?

The aim of hindfoot fusions in the cavovarus foot is to establish a painless, plantigrade, balanced and stable foot. A comprehensive clinical and radiographic assessment enables the surgeon to fully understand the patient's deformity and plan a reliable surgical strategy for deformity correction. Pre-operative planning and intraoperative techniques are discussed.