Congenital clubfoot - pathology, associated with improper formation of bone tissue of the lower extremities. It can be detected immediately after birth during a visual examination and ultrasound examination.. The disease can be unilateral or bilateral. Correction of deformities is required at an early age. The most common and effective treatment for Ponseti. During treatment you will need to use night braces.
The main reasons for the development of clubfoot in children
Clubfoot is classified into congenital and acquired. The first form is due:
- hereditary factors;
- abnormal intrauterine development;
- mechanical impact.
The most complex cases require surgery. For mild to moderate severity, complex treatment regimens are used. Wearing braces is recognized as one of the main activities. These are special orthopedic shoes, connected by a metal or plastic strip. It allows you to adjust the angle of the toes. Straighten real feet in six months.
How and when to use braces
There are regular and night braces, must be worn all the time, except for hygiene procedures. The device can be used within a week after birth. It is important to put on and adjust the device correctly, according to the turning angle. The prescription for the use of the orthopedic design is given by an orthopedic surgeon..
The choice of shoes plays an important role. The size is determined by the distance between the shoes, depending on the width of the newborn's shoulders (with an increase of 1 cm). Wearing braces can cause moodiness and disrupted sleep patterns.. During the adjustment period, it is allowed to take sedatives. To learn how to put on the structure correctly, you need to consult your doctor.
Ponseti method and its features
The technique consists of step-by-step correction of violations. First, plaster casts are used. They are removed through 3-4 of the week. During this period, the plaster is replaced at least five times. At the next stage, the braces are worn. Their task is to consolidate the achieved results.
The system is combined with massage, physical therapy, electrophoresis, electrical stimulation, special baths and other techniques. Pain syndrome is relieved with anti-inflammatory ointments. They help prevent blood clots.
