Specialised treatment for club foot
Club foot or congenital tulips equinovarus (CTEV), is a foot abnormality present at birth where the baby’s toes point downwards and the whole foot is turned inwards.
club foot frequently asked questions
What are the causes of club foot?
Club foot is more common in boys but currently the cause is unknown. It is more common in Polynesian and Aboriginal populations and has been reported all over the world for more than 2,000 years.
How is club foot diagnosed?
Club foot can often diagnosed prenatally via ultrasound, or at birth by physical exam.
How is club foot treated?
In South Australia, club feet are treated using the Ponseti method – commencing in the first week or so after birth, with initial casting for 6 weeks, then an Achilles tenotomy under local anaesthetic and then “Boot and Bars” bracing to the age of 4 years. Some children later require Orthopaedic surgery with a tendon transfer operation around 4 to 6 years of age.
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From your initial consultation to follow-up care, our team will guide you through every step of your treatment. Your specialist will provide a detailed recovery plan, including physical therapy to restore function and prevent future injuries.