A woman named Mary carried her daughter, Faye, to full term. Her ultrasound revealed that Faye had a clubfoot. Although Faye was a bit smaller than usual, she was expected to lead a normal and healthy life. As time progressed, the odds of Faye living began to decline. She was diagnosed with a disease called Trisomy 18 and eventually passed away.

Clubfoot, like many other conditions, requires the proper treatment and care.  If you are seeking treatment, contact Dr. Michael E. Newman of Pennsylvania. Our doctor can properly diagnose any injuries or conditions and provide you with appropriate treatment options.

Clubfoot in Newborns

Clubfoot is a congenital disorder that can occur in 1 of 1,000 births per year. There are different causes for clubfoot, usually occurring as a result of genetics and pregnancy related complications. The abnormalities can be recognized during ultrasounds as early as the 20th week of pregnancy.

Treatment for Clubfoot
- Treatment involves reshaping the foot through surgery.
- Feet are moved into their correct position and placed into casts to ensure that it adjusts.

Non-Surgical Treatment
- Botox can be injected into the calf and weaken the Achilles tendon which allows the ankle to go back into a normal position.

After effects
Children who undergo treatment have not shown any further issues with their feet.  There is always hope to overcome.

If you have any questions, please contact our offices in Plymouth Meeting and Ambler, PA. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.

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