How does Ponseti method work?

The Ponseti method consists of 2 equally important phases: the corrective phase and the maintenance phase and consist of serial manipulation, casting and tenotomy of the Achilles Tendon. This is followed by the use of foot abduction brace to prevent the occurrence of relapse.

How effective is the Ponseti method?

The initial correction rate for all patients with the Ponseti technique was 20/21 feet (95.2%) and recurrence was noted in 7/21 feet (33.3%). One patient underwent primary posteromedial release and 2 patients had associated neurological deficits.

Is the Ponseti method painful?

This procedure occurs in the doctor’s office and takes just a few minutes to perform. Your child’s doctor applies a local anesthetic to the foot, so your baby feels no pain.

What do you need to know about the Ponseti method?

Ponseti method 1 Introduction. The Ponseti Method is a conservative and manipulative method that is utilised worldwide to correct clubfoot or Congenital Talpes Equino Varus (CTEV). 2 Goals of Ponseti Method 3 Description of Procedure. 4 Corrective Phase. 5 Maintenance Phase.

How is the Ponseti method used to correct congenital clubfoot?

Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. The Ponseti method is a manipulative technique that corrects congenital clubfoot without invasive surgery.

When did Marc Sinclair teach the Ponseti method?

I want to express my thanks to Drs Marc Sinclair and Norgrove Penny who taught the Ponseti method at two Clubfoot courses in Guilin, China in May 2004, where I was able to learn this method of treatment.

How does the Ponseti method of foot cast work?

The cast must incorporate the toes right up to the tips but not squeeze the toes or obliterate the transverse arch. The cast is molded to contour around the heel while abducting the forefoot against counter pressure on the lateral aspect of the head of the talus. The knee is flexed to 90° for the long leg component of the cast.