Treatment of Talipes

Resource type: Frequently Asked Questions  —  Date posted: January 14th, 2012   Number of views: 1281

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Can Talipes be treated?

• Positional talipes may not require treatment, although exercises to help the foot regain its natural position may be recommended, a physiotherapist will advise.
• Structural talipes needs prompt treatment, while the baby's tissues are still soft, with manipulation of the foot towards the correct position and methods such as strapping or casting to hold it in place. This may need to be carried out for several months, and may involve putting the feet in splints at night.The Ponseti method, which uses manipulation and casting, followed by boots with a splint to hold the foot in the most effective position.In about 50 per cent of cases, this isn't effective and an operation to straighten the foot may be recommended after the age of six months.

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