Helping children with clubfoot in Tanzania

Clubfoot results from the abnormal development of muscles, tendons and bones in the foot during pregnancy which makes the foot twist downwards and inwards, making it difficult to walk. Part of the treatment involves wearing steenbeek brace, comprising two leather shoes connected by a steel rod. PHOTO\ SALOME GREGORY

What you need to know:

  • Athuman looked calm as the application procedure of Plaster of Paris (POP) was taking place on both of his legs. The process is part of the treatment of the clubfoot condition.
  • Clubfoot condition is a deformity where the foot is curved inwards and downwards. The deformity can create mobility challenges that can prevent a child from attending school or earning income later in life.