Physical examination
Clubfoot is usually diagnosed soon after birth by examining the baby's foot position and shape. In most cases, no special tests are needed.
CLUBFOOT · CARE PATHWAYDiagnosis &
Diagnosis &
Treatment.
Early diagnosis and timely treatment give children the best chance of developing normal walking and long-term mobility.
01 · DIAGNOSIS
Most cases can be diagnosed soon after birth by looking at the baby's foot position and shape.
X-ray when needed
Sometimes an X-ray may be used to assess how severe the deformity is.
Pregnancy ultrasound
Modern ultrasound scans can detect clubfoot as early as the 20th week of pregnancy, giving parents time to learn about the condition and plan early care.
02 · THE PONSETI METHODGentle correction.
Gentle correction.
Consistent follow-up.
The Ponseti method is the most common and effective treatment worldwide — and the method practiced at the DWS centre.
BRACING IS PART OF LONG-TERM CORRECTION03 · TREATMENT STEPS
The original DWS page describes a staged treatment pathway.
01
Stretching & casting
Gentle stretching and weekly casting of the foot for several weeks.
02
Achilles tendon procedure
A minor procedure may be used to loosen the tight heel tendon when required.
02
03
Brace or special shoes
A brace or special shoes help keep the foot in the corrected position — full time initially, then during sleep until around age 3–4 years.
04 · PARENTS MATTERCorrection continues
Correction continues
at home.
Parents play an important role by ensuring braces are worn as instructed. This helps prevent the foot from turning inward again.
In a few cases where casting alone does not correct the deformity, surgical correction may be required. Surgery is usually followed by casting and bracing to maintain the correction.
With proper and timely treatmentmost children can grow up to walk, run and play normally — without pain or limitation.
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