Foot Deformity Correction
Early treatment is crucial to achieve optimal results and prevent long-term complications. A qualified orthopedic surgeon can provide personalized advice and treatment options:
- Foot is twisted inward, with the sole facing inward.
- Heel is pulled up, and the Achilles tendon is tight.
- Foot is stiff and rigid.
- Difficulty walking or standing.
- Pain or discomfort in the foot or ankle.
Treatments
- Ponseti method: A non-surgical technique involving gentle manipulation and casting to gradually correct the deformity.
- Bracing: Wearing a brace to maintain correction and prevent relapse.
- Surgery: May be necessary in some cases to release tight tendons or correct bone deformities.
Surgical Treatment
- Tendon release: Releasing tight tendons to improve flexibility.
- Osteotomy: Cutting and realigning the bone to correct deformities.
- Tendon transfer: Moving tendons to improve muscle balance.
Goals of Treatment
- To correct the deformity and improve foot alignment.
- To improve mobility and function.
- To reduce pain and discomfort.
- To enable normal walking and standing.
