Treatments

Clubfoot Correction in India

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Clubfoot correction straightens a baby's twisted foot, most often with the Ponseti method of gentle stretching, weekly casts, a small heel cord release and a foot brace. Older children or relapses may need surgery. International families often stay in India for several weeks during casting.

Medically reviewed by The Curaventa Team · Last updated 2026-10-24

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Clubfoot is a birth condition where the foot turns inward and downward. Early treatment, ideally starting soon after birth, gives the best results. The Ponseti method is the global standard and avoids major surgery for most babies.

After casting, a small cut releases the Achilles tendon in many babies. Then a foot abduction brace is worn full time for a few months and at night for several years to prevent relapse. Older children or neglected cases may need more extensive surgery.

Who needs clubfoot correction

Babies born with clubfoot
Children with relapsed clubfoot
Older children with untreated clubfoot
Clubfoot linked with other conditions needing specialist care

How it is done

The foot is gently stretched and placed in a plaster cast.
Casts are changed weekly, gradually correcting the foot.
A small Achilles tendon release (tenotomy) is done in many cases.
A final cast is worn for a few weeks.
A foot abduction brace is fitted.
Older children may need tendon transfers or bone surgery.

Before you travel to India

Send photos or videos of the foot and any previous treatment details.
Share birth history and other health issues.
Plan for weekly visits during the casting phase.
Bring supplies for baby care in a cast.

Recovery and flying home

Most babies are treated as outpatients.
The casting phase lasts several weeks.
Bracing continues for years at night.
Regular follow-up checks for relapse.

Risks

Relapse if bracing is not followed
Skin sores from casts or brace
Incomplete correction needing further treatment
Small risks from tenotomy

Alternatives

French physiotherapy method
Surgical release, for resistant cases

Conditions treated

Clubfoot

Hospitals in India for clubfoot correction

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Ponseti method?

It is a series of gentle stretches and casts that correct the foot gradually. Many babies need a small tendon release. Bracing keeps the correction.

Why is the brace so important?

The brace prevents the foot from turning back. Skipping it is a common cause of relapse. Parents play a key role.

Can older children be treated?

Yes, the Ponseti method can work in older children too. Some need surgery. A specialist assesses each case.

Will my child walk normally?

Most children treated well walk and play normally. The treated foot may be slightly smaller. Follow-up helps catch issues.

How can an international family manage the bracing years?

Bracing continues at home after casting. Local doctors can check fit. Video consultations help with questions.

Medically reviewed by The Curaventa Team. Last updated 2026-10-24. General information, not medical advice. Medical editorial board · Editorial policy · How we get prices

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