Early treatment of metatarsus varus (adductus)

Early recognition and treatment of a common deformity of the foot in infants is urged. The pathology of metatarsus varus has been described, emphasizing the normal hindfoot in the pre-ambulant child. Metatarsus varus may be the precursor of a late hallux valgus deformity. The most efficient method of treatment is the use of wedge casts. None of the cases reported required operative procedures for correction.