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Talipes Calcaneal Valgus - Flat Feet
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the condition?
There is really no way to prevent flat feet.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
Long-term effects can include arthritic changes in the feet. These changes can become so severe that surgery is needed to reconstruct the foot.