Ponseti method

Based on a detailed understanding of the pathological and functional anatomy of clubfoot and foot auxology, this method, through precise and delicate manipulative maneuvers associated with a "minimally invasive" surgical gesture, has been shown to:

1. Quickly achieve anatomical and functional correction in more than 95% of cases, regardless of the initial severity;
2. Prevent and treat potential recurrences with a precise care protocol without necessarily resorting to surgical treatment.

Compared to other techniques or treatment protocols, the Ponseti method provides:

1. a) Clinico-functional results both in the short and long term, easily and rapidly reproducible when performed by well-trained medical personnel;
2. b) A more cost-effective ratio of 4:1 in terms of cost/effectiveness compared to the Kite manipulative method and the French functional method, and even 6:1 compared to surgical treatment;
3. c) A lower risk of recurrence, both in terms of quantity and clinical severity.

Classically, the Ponseti method is divided into three distinct phases:

1. THE CORRECTIVE PHASE
2. THE MAINTENANCE PHASE WITH THE BRACE
3. THE CLINICAL OBSERVATION PHASE AFTER BRACE REMOVAL