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Clubfoot shoe
My 6 mth old son is on clubfoot shoes after casting. I m finding very difficult to maintain the position of his ankle straight in the bottom of the shoes. As he moves it over the time although i have plugged the shoes very tight. what happens if the ankle is slightly up in the shoes?
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If the ankle is slighty up there might be relapse of the clubfoot. Usually a tenotomy is done after casting and helps ensure that ankle doesnt go up in the shoes. Its best you consult a paediatric orthopedician for the best treatment
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Dr. Lohith N
Orthopedic surgeon
7 yrs exp
Bangalore
Consult your doctor which will be useful for you. Because clinical examination helps for some correction
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Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia
Orthopedic surgeon
4 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Consult treating doctor for proper footware and proper application of use
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Dr. Sachin Kumar SG
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Gulbarga
Plz send images
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