Talipes Valgus (Noun)
Meaning
Deformity of the foot in which the foot is twisted outward.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with talipes valgus, a congenital deformity that caused her foot to twist outward.
- Talipes valgus is a type of foot deformity that can be corrected with surgery or orthotics.
- The doctor explained that the child's talipes valgus was caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
- After a series of casts and physical therapy, the patient's talipes valgus was significantly improved.
- In severe cases of talipes valgus, surgery may be necessary to realign the bones and tendons in the foot.