Award-Winning Specialists for Your Clubfoot Patients

LuskinOIC takes a specialized approach to treating clubfoot

When you refer your patients to LuskinOIC Center for Clubfoot, we’ll do everything possible to provide the expert orthopedic care they need so they can run, walk and play just like any other kid. For more than 100 years, LuskinOIC physicians have helped thousands of children recover from clubfoot and live normal, active lives.

LA’s Premier Clubfoot Program

At LuskinOIC, we use the 3-stage Ponseti method as our first line of treatment for children with clubfoot. We usually start in the first 2 weeks after birth, although we’ve also had excellent results treating babies and children referred to us at an older age. Research has shown the Ponseti method is 95% effective when used properly. That’s why, when you refer your patient to LuskinOIC Center for Clubfoot, you can be sure we’ll be there every step of the way, providing the care and support that successful treatment requires.

Our Clubfoot Experts

At LuskinOIC, we take a collaborative approach to evaluating and treating clubfoot. Our team of experts is led by the following specialist:

Mauricio Silva, MD

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Mauricio Silva, MD

Our physicians are supported by a specialized team of medical professionals exclusively focused on pediatric orthopedics. This team may include:

Pediatric Orthopedist
Pediatrician
Cast Technician
Orthotist
Physical Therapist

Our Researchers Are Studying Ways to Improve Clubfoot Treatment

The J. Vernon Luck, Sr., MD Orthopaedic Research Center (JVL) at LuskinOIC is committed to developing a deeper understanding of the biology and biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system, and to applying this knowledge to improve orthopedic materials, implants, surgical instrumentation, surgical techniques and the overall quality of care to orthopedic patients world-wide.

The researchers at JVL, in close collaboration with LuskinOIC orthopedic surgeons, have published many studies on the treatment, outcome and biomechanics of idiopathic clubfoot. An institutional review board (IRB) approved database of more than 300 infants treated at LuskinOIC has been established to study all aspects of clubfoot treatment.

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A Focused Approach for the Best Outcomes

LuskinOIC has world-class expertise in treating both isolated (or idiopathic) and non-isolated clubfoot. At LuskinOIC, we use the Ponseti method. According to the Ponseti International Association this method is 95% effective for the treatment of clubfoot when used properly.

The Ponseti method is a minimally invasive method of treatment involving 3 steps:

Manipulation and Casting: The child’s foot is moved into the right position and held in place by a cast.
Achilles Tenotomy: An LuskinOIC physician will perform a minor procedure to release tightness in the Achilles tendon.
Bracing: Since clubfoot can recur, the child will receive a brace that keeps the foot at the proper angle.

We provide a full range of treatment and support services for your patient, including:

Clubfoot treatment customized to each child
Diagnostic imaging, such as X-rays
Guidance, care and support during and after each stage of treatment
Surgery, if necessary

Telemedicine

If visiting LuskinOIC Center for Clubfoot isn’t convenient for your patient’s family, one of our specialists can assess clubfoot in a patient who is potentially miles away by utilizing videoconferencing, still and video images, e-health (including patient and physician portals) and telephone consults, to mention a few. Through this dynamic, HIPPA compliant and collaborative technology, we can improve outcomes and efficiencies by delivering a more personalized, patient-centered care program.

Clubfoot Resources for Patients

Ponseti International Association

Clubfoot Cares

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Mission: Clubfoot C.A.R.E.S is a U.S.-based advocacy group dedicated to promoting public awareness of clubfoot and The Ponseti Method, as well as educating and empowering patients and their families.

Clubfoot Support

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Public group: anyone can see who’s in the group and what they post
Visible: Anyone can find this group
Members: 7,500+

Clubfoot Connection

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Private: Only members can see who’s in the group and what they post
Visible: Anyone can find this group
Members: 7,500+

Clubfoot is Treatable

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Private: Only members can see who’s in the group and what they post
Visible: Anyone can find this group
Members: 5,000+

Clubfoot Research Forum/Foundation

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Private: Only members can see who’s in the group and what they post
Visible: Anyone can find this group
Members: 4,500+

Clubfoot Community of California

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Private: Only members can see who’s in the group and what they post
Visible: Anyone can find this group
Members: 1,000+

Clubfoot Mommas and Daddies

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Private: Only members can see who’s in the group and what they post
Visible: Anyone can find this group
Members: 2,500+

Clubbed Foot Support Group

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Private: Only members can see who’s in the group and what they post
Visible: Anyone can find this group
Members: 5,500+

La’s Top Physicians Trust LuskinOIC With Their Patients

For more than 100 years we’ve set the standard in patient care, research and education.

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