Neurogenic contracture often results in spastic, nonreducible equinovarus deformity. Rigid contracture leads to pain, instability, and bracing difficulties. This case report details the utilization of the modified Lambrinudi triple arthrodesis intended to create a plantigrade, functional limb that is amenable to an extremity brace in a case of an acquired neurologic clubfoot.
Levels of Evidence: Therapeutic, Level IV: Case Report
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