The exact cause of clubfoot is not fully understood,but the good news is that it can be treated, allowing a child to walk normally. While clubfoot cannot be prevented, it can be effectively treated using the Ponseti method, especially when addressed early in life.

The causes of clubfoot are complex. Genetics play a role, as it is more common in babies who have a family member—such as a parent, grandparent, sibling, or cousin—who had clubfoot. However, it can also occur in babies with no family history of the condition.

A common misconception about clubfoot is that it is caused by the baby’s position in the womb. This is not true. Clubfoot can be detected in early prenatal ultrasounds, long before the baby’s movements could be restricted by the womb.

In some cultures, there are traditional beliefs that clubfoot results from a curse or a mistake made by a family member. These beliefs can lead to unnecessary stigma and social exclusion for the child and their family.

Our Mission :

• Collaborating with public /trust/ private hospitals.
• Ensuring Every Orthopedic Doctor is trained on the Ponseti Method of clubfoot treatment in chosen clinics.
• Pooling in a team of committed doctors specialized in the realm of clubfoot.
• Creating awareness in community on prevalence of clubfoot and availability of affordable clubfoot treatment

Treatment Protocol?   The best treatment for clubfoot typically involves a combination of non-surgical methods, with surgery being considered in more severe cases or when non-surgical methods don’t fully correct the condition.

The most widely recommended and effective treatment for clubfoot is the Ponseti method, which involves the following steps:

1. Ponseti Method (Non-surgical)

• Casting: The first step is a series of gentle manipulations of the foot, followed by the application of a cast to hold the foot in a corrected position. This process is usually done once a week for 6–8 weeks, gradually moving the foot into a more normal position.
• Tenotomy: In many cases, after the casting process, the Achilles tendon is cut (a minor procedure called a tenotomy) to allow the foot to point upward. This is done to correct tightness in the tendon that may prevent the foot from being fully straightened.
• Bracing: After the casting and tenotomy (if necessary), the child wears special braces to hold the feet in the corrected position. This phase is crucial and typically lasts for several years, with the child wearing the braces full-time for the first three  months, then gradually transitioning to wearing them at night during until 4 to 5 years.
• Follow-up Care: Ongoing monitoring and follow-up care are critical after treatment to ensure that the foot remains in the correct position as the child grows. In some cases, additional casting or surgery might be required later if the clubfoot recurs.