Calcaneal inclination angle

Changed by Owen Kang, 11 Jun 2016

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The calcaneal inclination angle is drawn on a weightbearing lateral foot radiograph between the calcaneal inclination axis and the supporting surface.

It is a measurement that reflects the height of the foot framework, but is affected by abnormal pronation or supination of the foot:

  • low: 10-20 degrees° - indicative of pes planus
  • medium: 20-30 degrees°
  • high: 30+ degrees≥30° - indicative of pes cavus
  • -<li>low: 10-20 degrees - indicative of pes planus</li>
  • -<li>medium: 20-30 degrees</li>
  • -<li>high: 30+ degrees - indicative of pes cavus</li>
  • +<li>low: 10-20° - indicative of pes planus</li>
  • +<li>medium: 20-30°</li>
  • +<li>high: ≥30° - indicative of pes cavus</li>

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