World Clubfoot Day was created to support people who have this condition. One of the main goals of the event is raising awareness about clubfoot and how to correct it. It can be corrected in childhood when the bones are not fully formed. Otherwise, a person may be disabled for life.
History
Clubfoot is a common birth defect resulting from abnormal bone development, where the feet are turned inward towards each other. Every year, 150,000 – 200,000 babies are born worldwide with clubfoot. Not all parents take this problem seriously, believing that the deformation will disappear on its own. If left untreated, clubfoot can persist for life, causing disability. This condition is not only visually noticeable but also causes significant pain, limiting physical development and other opportunities. However, timely treatment can correct clubfoot in a few months.
World Clubfoot Day is as an informational event. June 3rd was chosen in honor of Dr. Ignacio Ponseti’s birthday. He developed an effective technique to treat clubfoot, which is actively used by doctors today. The method involves specific manipulations of children’s feet: massages, fixations, and plaster bandages. After a minor surgical intervention, the child is regularly examined, and necessary corrective work is carried out. In the following months, the doctor continues to monitor the patient, prescribing necessary procedures, as the foot may revert to its previous deformed state without ongoing care.
How to Take Part
Do something useful on this day:
- Learn more about clubfoot and share your knowledge with others.
- If possible, join volunteer efforts.
- Print out informational pamphlets and distribute them to passers-by to raise awareness.
When is World Clubfoot Day in 2024?
World Clubfoot Day is observed on June 3 each year.
Observations
| Weekday | Month | Day | Year |
| Monday | June | 3 | 2024 |
| Tuesday | June | 3 | 2025 |
| Wednesday | June | 3 | 2026 |
| Thursday | June | 3 | 2027 |
| Saturday | June | 3 | 2028 |
| Sunday | June | 3 | 2029 |
