THREE YEAR OLD CHARLIE MATHEWS ABLE TO WALK AGAIN AFTER CLUBFOOT TREATMENT

Three year old Charlie Matthews recently walked 40 km while on holiday, a great achievement for the young boy, who was born with clubfoot. Clubfoot is a congenital condition that causes the feet to bend inward, and if left untreated, can make it impossible to walk. Luckily, Charlie underwent treatment for his deformity immediately. He was prescribed the Ponseti Method treatment, which required that he have weekly therapy sessions to stretch and correct the muscles and bones of the feet. He also had to wear a special boot and brace for 23 hours a day.

Charlie Matthews is able to walk today because of the effective care and treatment he received for his clubfoot. If your child suffers from any foot deformity or foot pain, you should seek the advice of a chiropodist like MARZ HARDY, D.Ch., B.Sc., PODIATRIC MEDICINE of Academy Foot and Orthotic Clinics immediately. Marz Hardy will advise you on the proper care and treatment for your child’s condition.

Clubfoot In Newborns

Clubfoot is a congenital disorder that can occur in 1 of 1,000 births per year. There are different causes for clubfoot, usually occurring as a result of genetics and pregnancy related complications, such as the position of the baby’s food in the womb or an overall disorder of the connective tissues during pregnancy. The abnormalities can be recognized during ultrasounds as early as the 20th week of pregnancy.

Treatment for Clubfoot
- Treatment involves reshaping the foot through surgery.
- Feet are moved into their correct position and placed into casts to ensure that it adjusts.
- Follow ups are necessary to stretch and re-cast the feet, and typically are done for 5-10 weeks as needed.

Non-Surgical Treatment
- Botox can be injected into the calf and weaken the Achilles tendon which allows the ankle to go back into a normal position.

After effects
Children who undergo treatment have not shown any further issues with their feet. Children born with a clubfoot should be able to walk, run, play sports, and wear normal shoes as they grow and mature. Popular athletes who have overcome their childhood clubfeet include Kristi Yamaguchi, Mia Hamm, and Troy Aikman. There is always hope to overcome this condition with the right treatment.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office in Toronto, ON. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment services for all your foot needs.

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