Our Ponseti Method

Beginning at the University of Iowa in 1948, this method has been introduced previously. In the last ten years, it has only gained near-universal acceptance as the treatment of choice for idiopathic clubfoot. I became fascinated with clubfoot in medical school. No mention of Dr. Ponseti or his method was made, and emphasis was placed on the surgical correction. I got my first real exposure at the Children's Hospital of Oakland. I watched the doctor slowly and gently correct these feet with nothing more than plaster casts and manipulation! I knew I had found my calling in medicine.

Years later, I took the opportunity to learn the Ponseti method in Baltimore with Dr. John E. Herzenberg. He was also a convert and perhaps the first doctor outside Iowa to adopt this conservative method. After my residency graduation, I worked with Dr. Ponseti in Iowa. I frequently return to take his refresher courses. I owe a great debt of gratitude to these wonderful doctors and their individual time and devotion to these children and me.

To me, clubfoot is a passion. I am amazed at what can be done with proper treatment. Even children with previous surgery, relapses, and neglected clubfeet will benefit from the Ponseti Method.I look forward to meeting you and your child!

-Dr. Steven G. Lund