Abstract:
Foot and ankle deformities are among the common deformities that affect children with
cerebral palsy, the variations of the deformities varies greatly in the type and severity among
cerebral palsy patients that leads to the various treatment modalities individualized to best fit
the patient being treated. There is currently a lack of empirical data with regard to the
prevalence and distributions of these deformities and therefore difficult to establish a unified
treatment protocol.
This study explores current treatment modalities of foot and ankle deformities and aim to
guide clinicians to make informed decisions on the best treatment plans.
Objective: To determine clinical profile and treatment modalities of foot and ankle
deformities among pediatric patients with cerebral palsy attending clinic at MNH and MOI.
Study Design: It is a prospective descriptive cross-sectional study.
Material and Method: 196 patients were recruited for the study from cerebral palsy clinics at
MNH and MOI after ethical clearance has been given by the governing bodies. Patients were
given a verbal and written informed consent. These patients were there interviewed using a
guided questionnaire and further examined for foot and ankle deformities
Results: 201 patients were recruited for the study, Foot and ankle deformities were found in
119(59.2%) of the patients recruited, the majority of the deformity was Equinus accounting for
42.86%. Treatment were either surgical or non-operative.
Conclusion: The management of Cerebral Palsy patients require a multidisciplinary
approach, orthopedic surgery plays a key role in the management of musculoskeletal
deformities.
