Clubfoot repair

Injury	Disease	Nutrition	Poison

Symptoms	Surgery	Test	Special Topic

Club foot repair - series

Overview

Recovery

Risks

Clubfoot repair

Alternative Names:

Repair of clubfoot; Foot tendon release; Clubfoot release

Expectations after surgery:

If surgery is necessary, the foot usually becomes quite functional. Physical therapy may help keep the foot in good position and help improve function and flexibility. Bracing after surgery is frequently necessary.

In most cases, the child's foot and calf may remain smaller than normal throughout life. The surgically corrected foot is generally very functional, although typically somewhat stiffer than a normal foot or one treated without surgery.

Convalescence:

The child will stay in the hospital for approximately 1 - 3 days after surgery. The foot will be kept elevated. Medications may be used for pain. The skin around the cast and the toes will be checked frequently to make sure that proper circulation is maintained.

Before leaving the hospital, the parent will be taught how to take care of the cast.

Possible complications include skin irritation, infection, problems with swelling or circulation to the foot.

Review Date: 12/1/2004
Reviewed By: David M. Scher, MD, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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