RESUMO
Cyrus, in his paper on 'congenital deformities' in 1985, observed that foot deformities form the largest part, 51 percent, of serious congenital defects. Deformities of the feet feature prominently in paediatric orthopaedic practice. Three deformities are commonly seen in the age group from birth to walking age. These are congenital talipes equino varus, metatarsus adductus, and talipes calcaneovalgus. These are often referred to as "golf club foot", "football foot" and "heel foot" respectively. It has been our experience here that the first two, which are more common, are usually confused; the diagnosis is uncertain, and treatment which should start very soon after birth is thus delayed. The results of subsequent mangement become compromised with recurrent deformity and disability for the children, even after the use of surgery. The purpose of this poster is to alert practitioners to the essential features of these deformities and what can be achieved in their management. The essentials of good management remain early recognition and prompt treatment (AU)