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Valgus Metatarsal Wedge

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Valgus metatarsal head wedge

FUNCTIONS:
• Accommodates forefoot valgus
• Supports non-plantigrade everted
metatarsal heads

CLINICAL INDICATIONS:
• Rigid forefoot valgus
• Elevates lateral metatarsal heads
• Oversupination throughout rear-, mid- and forefoot due to rigid plantarflexed 1st ray
• Positive Coleman Block test

A valgus metatarsal wedge is semi-flexible to rigid (35-65 Shore A) EVA material added to the superior edge of the distal frame where it extends distally into the forefoot and terminates at the sulcus. Its distal edge gradually decreases in height as it extends to the medial side. The height and amount of material added are dependent on the desired angulation.

CLINICAL PEARL
This type of extrinsic forefoot post is recommended for angulations of 2°-6°. It can be paired with intrinsic forefoot posting if higher angulation is desired.