Orthopedic Disorders

adjective describing someone who has their toes turned inward when they walk

• The doctor diagnosed the child with being pigeon toed, a condition where the toes point inward when walking.
• My friend has always been pigeon toed, but it doesn't seem to bother him at all.
• I heard that guy over there walks pigeon toed because he thinks it looks cool.
• Her awkward dancing made her look like a pigeon toed ballerina on stage.

noun a person who has splayfeet, or feet that are turned outward at an angle

• The podiatrist diagnosed the patient with splayfoot, a condition where the feet turn outward at an angle.
• I noticed my friend has splayfoot because his feet point outwards when he walks.
• Dude, your splayfoot is making you walk funny.
• Her splayfooted stance in the meeting symbolized her lack of confidence.

noun syndrome - a group of symptoms that consistently occur together, or a condition characterized by a set of associated symptoms

• Facet joint syndrome is a common cause of back and neck pain in adults.
• My doctor said I have facet joint syndrome in my lower back.
• Man, facet joint syndrome is a real pain in the neck.
• Dealing with facet joint syndrome feels like carrying a heavy burden on your shoulders.

adjective a term used to describe an animal with sharp or acute foot structures

• The acutiplantar feature of certain animals allows them to move quickly and efficiently on rough terrain.
• Check out the acutiplantar feet on that mountain goat - they're perfect for climbing!
• Those acutiplantar kicks are gonna help me win the race for sure!
• Her acutiplantar instincts guided her through the challenging situation with ease.