Clubfoot Bracing After Ponseti Casting in Centurion
Also known as: talipes, CTEV, club foot
A baby's foot turned in and down at birth. After Ponseti casting, wearing boots and a bar keeps the correction.
Clubfoot (talipes) is a condition present at birth where one or both feet turn inwards and downwards. It is usually treated with the Ponseti method: gentle stretching and a series of casts, often followed by a small procedure to the heel cord.
Why bracing matters
After casting, the foot can slowly turn back. Wearing boots on a bar (foot abduction brace) keeps the correction, at first for most of the day and night, then at night and naps for several years.
How we help
We fit the boots and bar, show you how to put them on, and check the fit as your child grows. See paediatric orthotics.
When to see a doctor
Your orthopaedic team leads treatment. Contact them or us if the boots slip, cause sores, or your child's foot looks like it is turning in again.
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How we can help
Common questions
Children grow in spurts, so devices need regular checks. Many can be adjusted for a while before a new one is needed. We plan reviews around your child's growth and tell you early when a replacement is coming.
It depends on your child's age and the device. Young children are usually seen every few months; older children less often. Come in sooner if the brace leaves red marks that do not fade, or no longer fits in their shoes.
This page is general information, not a diagnosis. If you have sudden, severe or worsening symptoms, see a doctor. Last updated 1 November 2026.
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