One Method:The Ponseti method was developed to treat congenital clubfoot, one of the most common congenital disorders, which affects approximately 150,000 children every year. When a child is born with clubfoot the foot is turned inward and down. One or both feet may be affected. If left untreated an affected person will have to walk on the side of their foot, which can cause great pain. The Ponseti method is the most effective way to treat this condition.
One Mission:
The Ponseti International Association (PIA) is committed to treating children around the world with clubfoot. Parents have been instrumental in making the Ponseti method a recognized standard for clubfoot treatment. Working together with parents, and other organizations we hope to eradicate clubfoot worldwide. One Cure:
Over 50 years ago Dr. Ignacio Ponseti developed an innovative, non-surgical treatment for clubfoot involving the gentle, manual manipulation of the child's foot and the application of toe-to-groin plaster casts. This method is endorsed by the World Health Organization, the American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons and many other organizations. | | | | Recent News:A letter from Dr. Ponseti to his patients and friends: I just want to let you know that now since I turned 95, I feel grateful that I was given the opportunity to have been of assistance to you and your family. Nothing delights more than to treat a clubfoot baby and restore its tiny feet to normalcy. This has been the passion of my life and I am fortunate that I was inspired to devise a non-surgical method to successfully treat this foot disorder. I am also pleased that many efforts are being made to export the Ponseti Method throughout the world. Dr. Jose Morcuende has been diligent in conducting seminars and training sessions in scores of countries. Hundreds of physicians and health care providers have been trained on the Ponseti Method abroad and in Iowa City where they have come to see how it is done. I also want you to know that my hip has healed completely. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your good wishes and prayers. Your support and affection have helped me during my recovery. I am looking forward to the Ponseti Symposium, as well as the Ponseti Run, that will be held in Iowa City on October 16-17, 2009, where we will see each other again. Thank you for your greetings and warm wishes. Ignacio Ponseti, M.D. ********
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