Clubfoot
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Clubfoot or congenital talipes equinovarus (CTEV) is a congenital deformity involving one foot or both. The affected foot appears to have been rotated internally at the ankle. Without treatment, people with clubfoot often appear to walk on their ankles or on the sides of their feet.
Etiology[edit | edit source]
While the exact cause of clubfoot is still unknown, it is believed to be a combination of genetic and environmental factors. It is, however, more prevalent in male children and in those with a family history of the condition.
Presentation[edit | edit source]
In a clubfoot, the tendons on the inside of the leg are shortened, the bones have an unusual shape, and the Achilles tendon is tightened. If left untreated, the foot will remain deformed, and the affected individual will not be able to walk normally.
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
Clubfoot is usually diagnosed through a physical examination shortly after birth. The condition may also be detected before birth during an ultrasound examination.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
The goal of treatment is to improve the look and function of the foot before a child starts to walk, reducing the potential for disability.
- Ponseti method: This is the most common treatment for clubfoot and involves weekly manipulation and casting for several weeks, followed by a minor surgical procedure to release the tight Achilles tendon.
- French Method: This method involves daily physical therapy, with stretching, mobilization, and taping.
- Surgery: More severe cases of clubfoot may require surgery to adjust the tendons, ligaments, and joints in the foot and ankle.
Prognosis[edit | edit source]
With early treatment, the majority of clubfeet can be corrected, allowing individuals to have a relatively normal life.
See Also[edit | edit source]
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