This document discusses tarsal coalition, which is a partial or complete union between bones in the midfoot or hindfoot that can cause rigid pes planus. It notes that tarsal coalition increases strain on the interosseous talocalcaneal ligament and subtalar joint, causing peroneal muscle spasm. The document describes the different types of tarsal coalition and lists the typical ages at which each type becomes symptomatic. It provides details on calcaneonavicular and talocalcaneal coalition, including their clinical features, diagnosis via x-ray, and treatment options.