Clubfoot Surgery in Karnataka

Is surgery always needed for clubfoot?

No, most cases today are successfully treated with the Ponseti method of casting and bracing without surgery; surgery is reserved for more resistant or relapsed cases.

What is the Ponseti method and how does it relate to surgery?

It's the standard non-surgical treatment using serial casting to gradually correct the foot position, often followed by a minor tendon release; more extensive surgery is only needed if this approach doesn't achieve or maintain correction.

Will my child walk normally after surgery?

Most children achieve a functional, near-normal walking pattern after appropriate treatment, though some ongoing monitoring and bracing may be needed.

How long is the recovery?

Recovery typically takes 6-8 weeks, often involving a cast and later a brace to maintain the corrected position while healing.

Can clubfoot come back after treatment?

Yes, relapse is possible, especially with inconsistent bracing after initial correction, so long-term follow-up with a pediatric orthopedic specialist is important.