Clubfoot Treatment in India
About Clubfoot
Key Highlights
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Highly effective, non-surgical approach (Ponseti method) with over 95% success rate.Allows for normal foot function, enabling walking, running, and participation in sports.Minimally invasive when surgery is required, often using small incisions.Focuses on early intervention, typically beginning in the first weeks of life.Prevents long-term disability, pain, and abnormal gait patterns.Treatment is tailored to the individual severity of the condition./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Diagnosis of Congenital Talipes Equinovarus (clubfoot) at birth.
- Foot that is rigidly turned inward and downward, with a deep crease on the inner side and a high arch.
- Underdeveloped calf muscles and a smaller foot on the affected side.
- Failure of more conservative measures (like stretching) to correct the position.
- Recurrence of the deformity after initial correction.
- Older children with untreated or incompletely treated clubfoot.
How to prepare
- Diagnostic confirmation through physical examination by a pediatric orthopedist.
- Parental education on the condition, the Ponseti method process, and the importance of bracing compliance.
- No special fasting is required for the casting and manipulation stages.
- For the tenotomy (minor tendon release) procedure, standard pre-operative instructions for a minor surgery will be given, which may include fasting.
- Arranging for proper fitting of the abduction brace (boots and bar) after casting is complete.
Risks & possible complications
- Skin irritation or sores from casting.
- Recurrence of the deformity, often due to non-compliance with the bracing protocol.
- Stiffness or limited range of motion in the ankle.
- Over-correction or under-correction of the foot position.
- Risks associated with the tenotomy (if performed), such as minor bleeding, infection, or nerve injury.
- Potential for future arthritis or pain if not fully corrected.
Recovery & hospital stay
- After each cast change (weekly), the foot is checked and a new cast is applied.
- Following the final cast and tenotomy, a cast is worn for about three weeks.
- After cast removal, the child transitions to a full-time abduction brace (23 hours/day) for approximately 3 months.
- The bracing schedule then reduces to nighttime and nap times for 3-4 years to prevent recurrence.
- Regular follow-up visits with the orthopedist are crucial during the bracing phase.
- Physical therapy or gentle exercises may be recommended to strengthen the foot and ankle.
- Parents are taught to monitor the skin and proper brace application.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (typically outpatient for casting; tenotomy may require a short day-care stay)
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Expected recovery time:
Long-term process: Initial correction in 4-8 weeks, bracing continues for 3-4 years
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering clubfoot in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for clubfoot in India include Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Salem, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Manipal Hospital Doddaballapur, Manipal Hospital Goa , known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform clubfoot. MediFyr helps you compare pediatrics specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for clubfoot compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 50 Thousand – 200 Thousand | 0-1 days (typically outpatient for casting; tenotomy may require a short day-care stay) | ~ Long-term process: Initial correction in 4-8 weeks, bracing continues for 3-4 years | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 175 Thousand – 700 Thousand | 0-1 days (typically outpatient for casting; tenotomy may require a short day-care stay) | ~ Long-term process: Initial correction in 4-8 weeks, bracing continues for 3-4 years | Know More |
Top hospitals for Clubfoot in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated pediatrics teams and experience managing patients undergoing clubfoot.
Salem, India
18 Doctors
Pediatrics Specialists for Clubfoot
Explore experienced pediatrics specialists who regularly perform clubfoot and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 18 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 31 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 24 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, vijayawada
- 19 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 19 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 17 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 15 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 11 Years Experience
- Pediatric Cardiac surgeon
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 4 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, vijayawada
- 20 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 26 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 42 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 35 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 22 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 39 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 39 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore
- 27 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 15 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Delhi
- 15 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Bangalore
- 25 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune