[Functional study of a double arthrodesis of the foot]

The authors have reviewed 190 feet treated by double arthrodesis for a variety of lesions including post-traumatic deformities, flat foot, paralytic lesions, club foot and other conditions. Follow-up was more than two years in 101 cases, more than five years in 73 cases and more than ten years in 30 cases. The importance of obtaining a good correction of both hindfoot and forefoot is emphasized. The long-term results of feet correctly aligned was good. The fate of the neighbouring joints and the functional adaptability of the foot have been studied. Details of surgical technique are given.