Management of the Pes Planus (Thattai paatham) in Siddha System of Medicine – A Case Report

Abstract

Background: Flatfoot can occur with the arch don’t develop during childhood and it is common dueto the fact that their bones and joints are still extremely flexible. Most of the children outgrow the condition by age of six. If the child is experiencing pain and discomfort due to flat foot it is recommended to consult an orthopedician. Musculoskeletal condition and its management are well explained in Siddha Varma literatures like Varma odivu murivu sara soothiram- 1200, Odivu murivu saari-1500, Odivu murivu kattu soothiram.etc.

Methods: 5 year old female child reported at OPD of Santhigiri Siddha Medical College with the complaints of loss of arch of both feet during walking and occasionally fall down during running. Diagnosis was done by clinical examination. Varma kattu murai using specialized foot splint was done and assessed the patient for 3 months.

Results: Outcome of the study was done with clinical examination. After treatment arch of the both feet improved visibly and symptoms of the patient relieved completely. So we can explore this method widely to correct the pes planus without the surgical intervention.