Procedure · Midfoot & Hindfoot
Subtalar Arthroereisis
Subtalar arthroereisis places a small implant in the sinus tarsi to block excessive flattening of the foot — useful for flexible flatfoot in select patients.
Medically reviewed by Michael G. Lyons, DPM — Board-Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon
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Indications
- Flexible flatfoot with painful pronation
- Early-stage adult flatfoot
How the procedure is performed
A small implant is placed through a tiny lateral incision into the sinus tarsi.
Outpatient regional anesthesia.
Recovery timeline
- Boot for 4 weeks
- Return to regular shoes 6–8 weeks
Potential risks
- Sinus tarsi pain
- Implant removal if not tolerated
- Recurrence after removal
Conditions this procedure treats
Frequently asked questions
Is the implant permanent?
It can be left in long-term, or removed once the soft tissues have remodeled.
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