Guest guest Posted April 15, 2004 Report Share Posted April 15, 2004 My son (7 mos. old, BL clubfoot) has been in his DBB for about four months now (he was just switched to 16 hrs). I know this sounds crazy, but my husband and I don't really know how to tell if he is outgrowing his shoes. There's a lot of strap left and he still has room at the toe, but it seems as if it is getting harder and harder to get his foot in the shoe--even when we loosen up the laces and move the tongue. Is there a surefire way to tell if the shoe is getting too small? Also, I've been trying my best to find a copy of Dr. Ponseti's book to no avail. Does anyone out there know of any way I might be able to get a copy? The local libraries in three counties around me don't even carry it. Any replies would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Callie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2004 Report Share Posted April 15, 2004 Callie, You have to contact Dr. Ponseti directly to get the book. It's not in print anymore. I believe the price is about $85. Kathy >>> callie_13@... - 4/15/04 3:37 PM >>> My son (7 mos. old, BL clubfoot) has been in his DBB for about four months now (he was just switched to 16 hrs). I know this sounds crazy, but my husband and I don't really know how to tell if he is outgrowing his shoes. There's a lot of strap left and he still has room at the toe, but it seems as if it is getting harder and harder to get his foot in the shoe--even when we loosen up the laces and move the tongue. Is there a surefire way to tell if the shoe is getting too small? Also, I've been trying my best to find a copy of Dr. Ponseti's book to no avail. Does anyone out there know of any way I might be able to get a copy? The local libraries in three counties around me don't even carry it. Any replies would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Callie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 17, 2004 Report Share Posted April 17, 2004 I knew the shoes weren't too small but I had a hard time getting Mo's feet in. All that had to be done was make toe bar longer and now it's much easier. To see if it's too short, lay the shoes on the floor and try to lay your child's shoulders between the heels of the shoes. He should fit comfortably, or else they need to be made longer. mom to Mo, 101/2 months, bi cf, 12 hrs. DBB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 17, 2004 Report Share Posted April 17, 2004 I knew the shoes weren't too small but I had a hard time getting Mo's feet in. All that had to be done was make toe bar longer and now it's much easier. To see if it's too short, lay the shoes on the floor and try to lay your child's shoulders between the heels of the shoes. He should fit comfortably, or else they need to be made longer. mom to Mo, 101/2 months, bi cf, 12 hrs. DBB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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