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The newborn foot.

Alvin I Gore1, Jeanne P Spencer

  • 1alvingoremd@yahoo.com

American Family Physician
|March 3, 2004
PubMed
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Newborn foot examinations are crucial for identifying common deformities like clubfoot. Most can be diagnosed via physical exam, with conservative treatments often effective in family medicine settings.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Orthopedics
  • Neonatology

Background:

  • Newborn foot examination is a vital part of infant assessment.
  • The newborn foot is anatomically complex, yet deformities are often identifiable through physical examination.
  • Diagnostic studies are infrequently required for initial diagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the essential components of a thorough newborn foot examination.
  • To detail common congenital foot abnormalities in newborns.
  • To describe appropriate initial management strategies within a family medicine context.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive physical examination including vascular, dermatologic, and neurologic assessment.
  • Evaluation of observation, palpation, and joint range of motion for both feet.

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  • Review of common pediatric foot deformities and their clinical presentation.

    • Main Results:

    • Common abnormalities include metatarsus adductus, clubfoot, calcaneovalgus, congenital vertical talus, polydactyly, syndactyly, and amniotic bands.
    • Most deformities are diagnosed via physical examination.
    • Conservative treatments like stretching and splinting are often sufficient.

    Conclusions:

    • A thorough newborn foot exam is quick and essential for early detection of deformities.
    • Conservative management is frequently successful, applicable in primary care.
    • Referral to pediatric orthopedic specialists is necessary for surgical candidates, with procedures typically delayed for several months.