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What can be done for clubfoot?
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See specialist: A podiatrist or orthopedist who specializes in childrens foot problems of this nature. Depending on age and severity, may need manipulation, casting, splint or bar and/or surgery.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Casting: As a baby clubfoot is treated by serial casting. It is highly successful in the order of >90%. It often requires a small surgery at the end of casting (also >90% of cases) long term bracing is required after that to prevent recurrence.
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