Guest guest Posted October 23, 2004 Report Share Posted October 23, 2004 Hi, my name is . My son was born on May 24, 2004 with bilateral atypical clubfeet. We did not start out with a Ponsetti doctor. We went through 2 doctors, 8 sets of casts, and heel cord releases on both feet before discovering the Ponsetti method. We are currently seeing Dr. Dobbs at the Children's Hospital in St. Louis. He is so nice and caring and seems to know so much about clubfeet. Everyting completely opposite of our previous doctor. Dr. Dobbs said he could correct 's feet in 5 to 8 casts. We are currently on our 3rd. set and 's feet are straighter and more flexible. The only thing is that his big toes keep drawing back in the casts. I don't believe they are slipping because the other toes are staying put. Has anyone else had this problem? I would really love to hear from others who have a child with atypical clubfeet. I am trying to learn as much as I can because I want to know that I am at the right place for treatment this time. I have already wasted so much precious time. Also does anyone know anything about Dr. Dobbs' new brace? Is it approved by Dr. Ponsetti? Any information is much appreciated. Thanks so much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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