The present invention provides a subtalar implant as well as methods of
use thereof for the purpose of correcting podiatric disorders such as
various types of flat foot conditions relating to the subtalar joint. The
subtalar implant is capable of threaded engagement with a positioning
element used to position and manipulate the implant during surgical
implantation in the sinus tarsi of the foot. The implant is cannulated to
receive a guide rod to facilitate final positioning of the implant. Once
implanted, the subtalar implant provides anatomical fit with the subtalar
joint anatomical structure without the need for indentations to receive
osseous tissue growth to anchor the subtalar implant.