ReviewPediatrics2022
Diagnosis and Treatment of Idiopathic Congenital Clubfoot.
Review in Pediatrics, 2022. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to 2 registered trials, which are not on this map. Cited by 34 papers, 5 of them syntheses that pooled it.
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The trial behind it
Trials whose registry record cites this paper, or whose number appears in the abstract. A trial that started after this paper was published is citing it as background, not reporting it.
Effect of Saleem's Protocol on Foot Deformity in Congenital Talipes Equinovarus
Comparison of Radiological Outcome of Conventional vs Accelerated Ponseti Casting Technique for Treatment of Club Foot: Randomized Controlled Trial
Who cites it
34 citing papers in PubMed, 5 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 76 citations in OpenAlex.
- Global prevalence, patterns, and predictors of relapse following Ponseti treatment for idiopathic clubfoot: a systematic review and meta-analysis.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2026Pooled it
- Treatment outcome of the Ponseti method for clubfoot in Africa : a systematic review and meta-analysis.Bone & joint open · 2026Pooled it
- Management of idiopathic clubfoot: an umbrella review and CPAM-LRC consensus: Limb Reconstruction Committee of Orthopedics Branch of China International Exchange and Promotion Association for Medical and Health Care (CPAM-LRC).Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research · 2025Pooled it
- A Practical Prenatal Ultrasound Classification System for Lower Limb Anomalies-PRELLIM Classification.Prenatal diagnosis · 2025Pooled it
- A thorough analysis of data on the correlation between COL9A1 polymorphisms and the susceptibility to congenital talipes equinovarus: a meta-analysis.Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research · 2024Pooled it
- Quantification of Infant Distress Across Serial Clubfoot Casting Visits: A Prospective Pilot Study.Foot & ankle orthopaedics · 2026Article
- Health-related quality of life and caregiving burden in pediatric clubfoot patients treated with Ponseti method in China: a cross-sectional study.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2026Article
- Contemporary national treatment patterns for clubfoot relapse-related interventions: a large multi-institutional cohort.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2026Observational
- Pearls and Pitfalls of Ponseti Method Bracing for Idiopathic Clubfoot-An Institutional Guide to Optimize Orthotic Management.Journal of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America · 2026Review
- Unraveling the Clinical and Genetic Landscape of Talipes Equinovarus (Clubfoot).Molecular syndromology · 2026Review
- Online Questions About Clubfoot Surgery: Content Analysis and Development of a Patient Education Resource.Journal of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America · 2026Article
- A new approach for assessment of clubfoot treatment using non-radiological scanner coupling finite element.Frontiers in pediatrics · 2026Article
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- When Does Brace Noncompliance Occur in Patients with Clubfoot Deformity?Clinics in orthopedic surgery · 2025Observational
- Design improvements and clinical evaluation of an adjustable clubfoot splint.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- Genetics, epidemiology and management of clubfoot and related disorders.Genes & diseases · 2025Review
- Identifying research priorities in clubfoot management through a Delphi process : a study protocol.Bone & joint open · 2025Article
- [Treatment of foot and ankle deformities combined with knee and lower limb deformities using QIN Sihe's surgical strategy].Zhongguo xiu fu chong jian wai ke za zhi = Zhongguo xiufu chongjian waike zazhi = Chinese journal of reparative and reconstructive surgery · 2025Article
- The Relationship Between Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) and Congenital Talipes Equinovarus (CTEV)-A Retrospective Case Series.Journal of paediatrics and child health · 2025Article
- Tracing neurodevelopment and growth pattern in six-year-old children with idiopathic clubfoot: a national cohort study.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2025Article
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Authors and funding
3 authors at 3 institutions in 1 country.
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No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.
Abstract
Idiopathic congenital clubfoot is the most common serious musculoskeletal birth defect in the United States and the world. The natural history of the deformity is to persist into adult life with a significant decrease in function and quality of life. The Ponseti method (serial casting, Achilles tenotomy, and bracing of the clubfoot) has become the most effective and accepted treatment of children born with clubfoot worldwide. The treatment is successful, particularly when the Ponseti-trained practitioner (often a pediatric orthopedic surgeon), the primary care clinician, and the family work together to facilitate success. An important factor in the ultimate success of the Ponseti method is parental understanding of the bracing phase. There is a very high rate of recurrent deformity when bracing is not done properly or is stopped prematurely. The importance of positive education and support for the parents to complete the entire treatment protocol cannot be overstated. The goal of treatment is a deformity-free, functional, comfortable foot. Ponseti clubfoot programs have been launched in most countries throughout the world, including many countries with limited resources. Ultimately, the goal is that every infant born with a clubfoot will have access to care with the Ponseti method. This clinical report is intended for medical practitioners who are involved in the care of pediatric patients with clubfoot. Understanding the standard of care will help these practitioners to care for patients and their families.
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