metatarsus adductus

met·a·tar·sus ad·duc·'tus

a fixed deformity of the foot in which the forepart of the foot is angled away from the main longitudinal axis of the foot toward the midline; usually congenital in origin. Synonym(s): intoe

metatarsus adductus

Forefoot varus Orthopedics A foot deformity characterized by a sharp inward angle of the front half of the foot; flexible deformity; the foot can be straightened and poses little risk for the infant; most cases resolve voluntarily; the rest only need simple exercises