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Is it possible for surgery to correct a club foot?

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Dr. David Hettinger answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Never too late...: But the sooner the better. See a podiatrist who specializes in children's problems and get started right away! many famous people including some professional athletes have had successful careers after early club foot surgical correction.

Answered 12/19/2013

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Dr. Grace Torres-hodges answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Yes, but age matters: It's better to catch the clubfoot deformity at a younger age because the success of surgical correction is greater. The ideal age is to start before the child is walking. However, if you are talking about an adult, you want to weigh the degree of function that you expect to improve. Prior to surgery, consider other conservative treatments including special shoes, braces and orthotics.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Club foot: Yes - but as already stated do so early . See or be referred to a podiatrist specializing in pediatric deformities.

Answered 12/19/2013

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