Treatment of Metatarsus Adductus in a Child
Author Information
Author(s): McAra Sylvia, Egodagamage Chamali, Newcombe Lachlan, Standring Dana
Primary Institution: School of Community Health Charles Sturt University
Hypothesis
Can the Jones boot modification and photocopy technology effectively treat metatarsus adductus in a child?
Conclusion
The treatment led to almost complete resolution of the child's foot alignment over one year.
Supporting Evidence
- The child's foot alignment was monitored monthly using a photocopier.
- The Jones boot modification technique was effective in treating metatarsus adductus.
- The child was compliant with the treatment method, which was more effective than X-ray.
Takeaway
A little girl with foot problems got better after wearing special boots and taking pictures of her feet to see how they were improving.
Methodology
The child was treated with Jones boot modifications and her foot alignment was monitored using photocopies taken monthly.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 13-month-old female child.
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