Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Ponseti Technique in Treating Idiopathic Clubfoot: Long-Term Outcomes From an Indian Tertiary Care Centre

The Ponseti method remains a highly effective and reliable technique for managing idiopathic clubfoot when applied with adherence to the protocol and adequate caregiver support. Our findings not only reaffirm its global effectiveness but also highlight the importance of early treatment initiation, which reduces the number of casts required and improves outcomes compared with later interventions. The Ponseti technique markedly decreased the need for surgical correction of CTEV in our setting. Sustained bracing and follow-up are critical for preventing relapse. Future research should focus on identifying barriers to brace compliance and evaluating strategies to improve long-term outcomes.