Understanding Clubfoot (Part 1): Diagnosis, Treatment & Hope with Dr. Mitzi Williams
Description
Clubfoot affects thousands of babies each year, and for many parents, the diagnosis brings a wave of questions and uncertainty. In Part 1 of this series, Dr. Mitzi Williams, pediatric foot and ankle surgeon at the Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute in West Palm Beach, shares expert insight into what causes clubfoot, how it's diagnosed, and why early treatment is so important.
You'll learn:
– What causes clubfoot and how it's detected (including during pregnancy)
– Why the Ponseti method is the gold standard in treatment
– What the process looks like—from casting to bracing to long-term care
– What happens if treatment is delayed or the condition recurs
– How families can find support and trusted care
Whether you're a new parent, adoptive family, or healthcare provider, this episode offers reassurance, clarity, and expert guidance.
Stay tuned for Part 2, where we'll hear a powerful story from a mother whose daughters were both born with clubfoot.
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