Clubfoot (Talipes Equinovarus) | Ankle & Foot Centers of America

ankleandfootce... Clubfoot is an incredibly common birth defect, affecting up to 1 in 1000 babies around the world. Fortunately, with modern medical advancements and the help of a skilled podiatrist, it's now easier than ever to successfully treat clubfoot.
At Ankle & Foot Centers of America in Columbus, GA, Dr. Jennifer Monaco provides reliable and experienced treatment for clubfoot in infants and children. With her expertise and understanding of this condition, she can assess each case individually and create a personalized treatment plan to ensure that your child has the best opportunity for a successful outcome.
One of the first steps taken by Dr. Monaco when treating clubfoot is to gather X-rays of the affected area so that an accurate diagnosis can be made. This allows her to determine how severe the condition is and what type of treatment options are available for your child’s particular case. After making a diagnosis based on these images, she may use one or more methods to correct your child’s feet including casts, braces, exercises or even surgery if necessary.
Dr. Monaco also offers specialized care for patients with “recalcitrant” or resistant clubfoot which means it doesn’t respond as expected after nonoperative treatment such as casting or bracing have been attempted over at least four months. In these cases she may recommend corrective surgery that involves reshaping bones within the foot which helps straighten them out and improve their functional range of motion without any long-term effects on mobility or walking ability.
Ultimately, Dr. Monaco wants you to feel confident knowing that your child will receive only the highest quality care while they are under her watchful eye at Ankle & Foot Centers of America in Columbus, GA. She and her team will work hard to ensure that both you and your child understand every step in their treatment plan so that you can both remain positive throughout this process together!
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