Clubfoot(CTEV) is a condition characterised by deformity of foot in which the foot is curved inwards. It is seen in 2-3 per 1000 live births. Though this condition can be diagnosed on ultrasound before birth, it's treatment starts only after birth. The method of choice is Ponseti method of correction in which plasters are applied within one week of birth and foot is corrected gradually with 4-5 serial plasters. After full correction the child is braced for 2 years. The results of this method are very good and time tested and the child is left with no residual deformity.
A brief video by Dr.Sameer Desai explaining as to what is Clubfoot.
Dr. Sameer Desai
M.S. Orthopaedics, DNB, MRCS (UK)
Fellowship in Paediatric Orthopaedics (Australia, Korea)
Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Parents Testimonial
What they say
My wife Liji Vinod delivered a baby girl (Levia) on January 4th 2010.My child was identified with club foot birth defect. During intial sonography this defect was not identified. My Child was refered to Dr. Desai .By observing our child Dr Desai gave us the confidence of treating our child of club foot defect. My child was taken to doctor on the second day of birth.Club foot treatment was started on the second week of birth. The treatment was 3 months... read more
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I can be reached in below listed Pune Hospitals, Maharashtra, India
To create awareness among the general population about clubfoot ( Congenital Talipes Equinus Varus).
To spread the information that clubfoot is not a taboo or because of sins in previous life and it can happen because of decreased space in mothers woumb or because of muscle imbalance.
To create awareness that it is a completely curable condition if treatment is started early.
To treat poor and needy children suffering from clubfoot free of cost.
To conduct research in the field of clubfoot.
To train orthopaedic surgeons and field workers in the appropriate management of clubfoot.
Address of Trust:
24, Chintamani Nagar, Sahakar Nagar no 2. Parvati
Pune: 411009
Name and address of trustees
Dr Sameer Desai.
Orthopaedic surgeon
24, Chintamani Nagar, Sahakar Nagar no 2. Parvati
Pune: 411009
Mobile: 97671-75344
Dr Aarati Desai.
Ophthalmic surgeon
24, Chintamani Nagar, Sahakar Nagar no 2. Parvati
Pune: 411009
Mobile: 97636-52141
Mr Sachin Gokhale.
Chartered Accountant
D 701. Anand Residency
Next to City Pride Kothrud. Karvenagar
Pune: 411038
Mobile: 99704-65108
Announcment:
Clubfoot Medical Foundation and Dr Sameer Desai cordially invite all clubfoot children and thier parents for Annual Get Together on 24th February 2019 at Jahangir Hospital Audiorium - Pune, Between 10:30 am -11:30 am. Come share your experiences with everyone. view on map