Having your baby diagnosed with a lower extremity congenital difference like clubfoot can leave you with a lot of questions. Fortunately, at Khosroabadi Institute, we have answers. Browse our Clubfoot and Ponseti Method FAQs to learn about this revolutionary, non-surgical correction technique.
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How does casting work to correct clubfoot in babies?
How does casting work to correct clubfoot in babies?
Usually, five to six casts are used in the Ponseti Method. However, very stiff feet may need eight or nine casts over two months. After the casting is over, the baby will need to wear a foot brace for three months, 23 hours a day, to hold the foot in the correct position.
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When should clubfoot treatment begin?
When should clubfoot treatment begin?
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Does the Ponseti Method hurt the baby?
Does the Ponseti Method hurt the baby?
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Who created the Ponseti Method to fix clubfoot?
Who created the Ponseti Method to fix clubfoot?