What is it?
Clubfoot is a condition present from birth where the foot turns inwards and downwards. Most children are treated successfully, but some adults develop pain, stiffness or recurrent deformity later in life.
What causes it?
- Clubfoot from birth, whether treated or untreated.
Common symptoms
- Pain.
- Stiffness.
- Arthritis.
- Difficulty with footwear.
How is it diagnosed?
Assessment includes examination, X-rays and CT scans.
Things you can do now
- Wear supportive or custom-made footwear
- Look after the skin over pressure points
- Keep up stretching and strength exercises
Treatment
Treatment is tailored to your individual needs, symptoms and goals. Depending on your situation, it may include footwear and insoles, bracing, physiotherapy and reconstructive surgery or fusion.
Mr Jeyaseelan will talk you through the options that are right for you at your consultation.
When to see a specialist
- Pain, stiffness or deformity is getting worse
- Shoes are becoming difficult to fit
- Sores are forming over pressure points
What to expect
Many adults treated for clubfoot as children manage well. When pain or deformity develops, bracing, footwear or reconstructive surgery can help.
Common questions
Where can I see a specialist about clubfoot in adulthood in London?
Mr Lucky Jeyaseelan, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon who specialises only in the foot and ankle, sees private and insured patients with clubfoot in adulthood at Align Orthopaedics on Harley Street, The London Clinic on Devonshire Place, HCA London Bridge Hospital, HCA UK at The Shard, HCA UK City of London on Old Broad Street and The Holly Hospital in Buckhurst Hill, Essex. See all clinic locations or request an appointment.
Do I need a GP referral?
Self-funding patients can book directly, though a GP letter is helpful. Most insurers need a GP referral before they authorise your consultation, so check with yours first.
This information is general and is not a substitute for a medical consultation. Your diagnosis and treatment plan will be tailored to you.