To correct foot deformities like equinus and cavovarus in polio survivors, surgeons employ a tailored combination of procedures. Tendon transfers are used to reroute working tendons to replace the function of paralyzed ones, improving foot placement. Osteotomies, which involve cutting and realigning bones, are performed to correct the high arch (cavus) and restore a plantigrade foot. For a severely unstable or arthritic joint, arthrodesis (fusion) is the definitive solution, which sacrifices motion to provide a stable, pain-free platform for walking. The goal of these surgeries is to create a stable, balanced foot that minimizes pain and the need for bulky braces.