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9 Treatments for Clubfoot

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Tests

3	Medical Procedures

3	Surgical Procedures

Overview

Most orthopedic surgeons agree that the initial treatment of congenital (present at birth) clubfoot should be non-operative. Non-surgical treatment should begin in the first days of life to take advantage of the favorable fibro-elastic properties of the foot's connective ti...[read article]

Treatment News for Clubfoot

Health Tip: Treating Clubfoot
(HealthDay News) -- A clubfoot is a birth defect that's characterized by a foot that is turned abno...

Tests for Clubfoot

1. Foot X-Ray An extremity X-ray is an X-ray image taken of your extremities (your arms, legs, hands, wrists, feet, ankles, shoulders, knees, or hips). An X-ray is a form of radi... More
2. History and Physical Exam A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ... More
3. X-Ray An X-ray is a common imaging test that has been used for decades to help doctors view the inside of the body without having to make an incision. The X-ray was made ... More
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Medical Procedures for Clubfoot

1. Ponseti Method
2. Application of Splint A splint is a piece of medical equipment used to keep an injured body part from moving and to protect it from any further damage. A splint is often used to stabiliz... More
3. Use of Orthopedic Devices
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Surgical Procedures for Clubfoot

1. Turco Operation
2. Ilizarov Technique
3. Primary Correction of Clubfoot Clubfoot repair is a surgical procedure that corrects a deformity of the foot and ankle called clubfoot. Clubfoot is a condition in which the foot and ankle are per... More
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