Is it possible for a clubfoot to return to normal?

The term clubfoot generally refers to congenital clubfoot, which can be normalized in most cases with early treatment. Congenital clubfoot is a common pediatric foot deformity that seriously affects the appearance and function of the foot. It is mainly manifested as one side or both sides of the foot appear different degrees of inversion of the sagging deformity, mainly through orthopedic and surgical treatment. Orthopaedic methods are mainly manipulative orthopaedics, followed by plaster immobilization and percutaneous Achilles tendonotomy to correct the deformity, and after correction, orthopaedic supports can be worn to prevent recurrence. Common surgeries include Achilles tendon lengthening, medial contracture tissue release, metatarsal tendon membrane excision, posterior ankle capsulotomy, triple-joint fusion and so on. After active treatment in the early stage, most of the patients can have a better treatment effect and can be cured. However, it is also important to insist on the recovery in the later stage. If the treatment is not insisted on, there will be the possibility of recurrence, so it is recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions to carry out the treatment in a positive and standardized way.