My daughter had severe CLUB FEET, she was seen by specialists from all over the world. She had her last opperation 12 months ago to move her tendant, and 6 months later she is walkin really bad, i don't know what to do! She is 16 and looks like she is going to be in a wheel chair. i need help! i dont think they can do much more for her.
2006-10-28 12:17:26 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
can you explain what club feet is?
2006-10-28 12:20:45 · answer #1 · answered by Erikawithasmile 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
A clubfoot may be treated by manipulating the foot into a correct position, and casting the foot to maintain the position. This is often done by an orthopedic specialist. The procedure should be started as early as possible -- ideally, shortly after birth -- when reshaping the foot is easiest.
Gentle manipulation (stretching) and recasting occurs every week to improve the position of the foot. Generally, 5 - 10 casts are necessary. The final cast remains in place for 3 weeks. After the foot is realigned, the correction is maintained with a special type of brace, consisting of shoes attached to a bar. The best results are obtained when the brace is worn nearly fulltime for 3 months, and then at night and during naps for up to 3 years.
Some severe cases of clubfoot will require surgery if the manipulation process is not successful, or if the deformity returns. Continued evaluation is recommended until the foot is fully grown.
Expectations (prognosis):
The outcome is usually good with treatment.
2006-10-28 12:22:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
What about physiotherapy? Or what about seeing a podiatrist and see if there is any kind of orthopedics that can be designed especially for her? I would research on the internet a lot too. Just type in the questions you are trying to get answers for. There used to be a site www.askjeeves.com where you could do that.
I think physio might help condition her muscles and tendons and nerves, etc. and exercises can perhaps help her. She has to LEARN to walk again much like someone who was paralyzed or in a coma and has to work hard at getting her feet to move the way they should.
I hope that helps. You are in a very unique situation but you're on the right track looking and asking questions.
2006-10-28 12:25:24 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dear Lady
It is so wonderful that you care for your daughter so much! Never give up hope! I have just said a prayer to God for you just now. Remember he loves you and your daughter very much. Ask him, believe me he does exist.
I have just witnessed a miracle the other week when a man my husband and I know, after 10 years of being crippled and the doctors saying he wouldn't live has been miraculously healed. Nothing is impossible with God. I cried when I saw it with my own eyes and I have been a christian for a long time.
I will keep praying for you, keep loving her, but cast all your anxieties and cares upon God's shoulders. They are broad enough.
2006-10-28 12:34:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Medically I have no idea.
I am sure you are doing this anyway, be approachable, she may want to rant about it, she may want to cry. May even want to ignore it. You're gonna need to go with her feelings and let her do it her way.
I know it is going to be no consolation if they can do nothing else for her, but it sounds like you have supported and helped her to get all the help and advice you can.
I hope that this situation improves for you both and cant begin to really imagine how I would feel in your position if it were my daughter other than utterly helpless.
My thoughts are with you both/all and just keep the support and shoulder available as required. Also unload your own feelings to someone to better able you to be there for her.
All the best. xx
2006-10-28 12:26:40 · answer #5 · answered by mjastbury 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
my mom is dancer and a retired personal trainer and basically doctor mom. I told her about this one and she really wants to help.
Please tell the description of the main problem. Do her feet or legs turn in? Please tell me all about this. You can e-mail me and we'll do research. svincenzam100@yahoo.com
there's not much you can do unless you're a miracle worker.
Just support her and help her. If her feet hurt, I suggest wide width shoes and spa socks. Mainly, she might feel embarrassed about how she looks while walking but any true kind hearted person can see past that. Me and my mom are gonna keep looking for help and remember to keep in touch.
We wish her the best!!!!!!
2006-10-28 12:32:47 · answer #6 · answered by Parvati 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont think there is much u can do of u seen alot if doctors. I did see this film about gene surgery or somthin like that, where they take a gene from dna to place in another person. Its risky, but it helped this one lady walk better and she had bad legs. I dont know what its really called but u can google it. just look for gene/dna surgery.
i hope this helps you
2006-10-28 12:32:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know where you live but I would suggest you find a specialist in this field. You may have to travel to get an appointment with someone, but it will be worth it.
Go on line to find the information.
Good luck.
2006-10-28 12:22:33 · answer #8 · answered by Juanitaville 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
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2016-10-03 01:44:25 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i honestly do not know. but in my opinion just let your daughter know that you love and support her and that you are there for her. hope it helps. good luck
2006-10-28 12:20:07 · answer #10 · answered by tonyspurplekitten 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋