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What Is Clubfoot?

  • Most common deformity of the musculoskeletal system in newborns
  • Occurs in about 1 in 1000 live births
  • Treatment should begin early, and can begin as early as the first few weeks of life

Cause: Unknown, likely genetic

Diagnosis

Diagnosis is typically made during pregnancy on ultrasound or immediately after delivery.

  • If clubfoot is found on prenatal ultrasound, call for a prenatal consult!
  • We can go over the entire treatment process prior to the baby’s arrival to help ease concerns and answer any and all questions.

Download Our Clubfoot Handout

Goals of Treatment

Have a normal looking foot with normal function. When treated appropriately children are able to fully function and participate in any activities they want.

Sequence of Treatment

  1. Serial casting
  2. Achilles tendon tenotomy
  3. Foot abduction bracing

Casting Method

  • Weekly serial stretch casts
  • On average it takes 6-8 weeks/casts
  • Casting material is either Soft Roll or Plaster – ask your provider which option is best for you and your family

After Casting

A small in-office procedure called an Achilles’ tendon tenotomy followed by foot abduction orthosis bracing.

For more information, please call our office for a consultation today.

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