Level 2 (Advanced)

Course Objectives

• To refresh understanding and skills in basic Ponseti treatment, and to add advanced knowledge to these

• To develop understanding and skills in non-surgical management of challenging cases such as atypical, recurrent, neglected, and secondary clubfoot

• To facilitate exchange of knowledge through case discussion of challenging cases

• To establish a common approach to measuring and improving quality of care in clinics, to encourage reflection on what is (and isn’t) working well in own practice / clinic setting, and to identify priority actions

Course content includes: advanced Ponseti for Idiopathic clubfoot, common errors in clubfoot management, recognition and treatment of atypical clubfoot, recurrent clubfoot, secondary clubfoot and parent education and support.

Intended participants

• Have attended a Basic Clubfoot Treatment Provider Training Course (or equivalent)

• Have treated at least 20 cases of clubfoot

• Have been working as a clubfoot practitioner for at least 6 months, and have received mentoring/supervision in this time