Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Forum

06/08/2025

Paediatric orthopaedic Society POSPcon2026, April conference @ Quetta, organisers Dr. Aslam Mengal and Dr. Sadam Mazar meeting held at SGOC Karachi on 5.8.2025. The POA President Prof. Masood Umer, Secretary General Prof. Badar Sahito, POSP president Prof. Amin Chinoy, Vice President Dr. Pervez Ali, Dr. Mehtab Pirwani, Prof. Jagdesh, Dr. Asif Perach, Dr. Noman, Dr Gaffar Jamali and PORP registry Director Prof. Anis Bhatti graciously participated and ensured Quetta group for their full support and help to hold Paeds Orthop Conf. at Serena Quetta on 1-4 April 2026. Pre-conference Workshops to be held at Sukkur, Larkana, Quetta and Karachi in november 2025 to February 2026.

28/06/2025

07/06/2025

Eid Mubarak!
May Allah Almighty bless you and your loved ones with happiness, good health, and endless joy.
May He grant you success in this life and in the hereafter, accept your prayers, and fill your home with peace and prosperity.
Ameen.

31/05/2025

Gait Patterns in Cerebral Palsy . In this detailed lecture, Prof Dr. Anisuddin Bhatti explores the various gait patterns seen in cerebral palsy (CP), focusing on both spastic hemiplegia and spastic diplegia. Learn about the Winters classification for hemiplegic gait and Rodda classification for diplegic gait, including key types like true equinus, jump gait, apparent equinus, and crouch gait.
https://youtu.be/WSEEl0y_ZFQ

In this detailed lecture, Prof Dr. Anisuddin Bhatti explores the various gait patterns seen in cerebral palsy (CP), focusing on both spastic hemiplegia and s...

30/05/2025

Learn the step-by-step technique of percutaneous Achilles tenotomy in this focused guide tailored for young orthopaedic surgeons involved in clubfoot clinics. This video explains the Ponseti method's tenotomy phase—covering key indications like high Pirani or Dimeglio scores, patient preparation, tendon localization, safe blade handling, and post-tenotomy casting. Emphasis is placed on avoiding common errors such as premature equinus correction and neurovascular injury.

In this lecture, Prof. Dr. Anisuddin Bhatti discusses the Percutaneous Achilles Tendon Tenotomy, a critical step in the Ponseti method for treating clubfoot....

27/05/2025

🧠 Cerebral Palsy Clinical Assessment and Decision Making Part 1 | Diagnostic Algorithm Matrix

🧠 Cerebral Palsy Clinical Assessment and Decision Making – Part 1 | Diagnostic Algorithm Matrix.Presented by Prof. Dr. Anisuddin Bhatti | Senior Consultant ...

27/05/2025

The Ponseti method is a non-surgical treatment technique used to correct congenital clubfoot (also known as talipes equinovarus), a common birth deformity where a baby's foot is twisted inward and downward.
Developed by Dr. Ignacio Ponseti, the Ponseti method for Clubfoot uses a series of gentle manipulations and plaster casts to gradually correct the foot’s position over several weeks. This video is the conclusion of Lecture by Prof. Dr. Anisuddin Bhatti on Step - by - Step Clubfoot management by the Ponseti Method.

Key Components of the Ponseti Method:
(A) Manipulation – Gentle movement of the foot to stretch tight structures.

(B) Casting – Weekly application of plaster casts to hold the corrected position.

(C) Tenotomy – A small procedure (if needed) to release the Achilles tendon and correct equinus.

(D) Bracing – Use of a foot abduction brace (like the Dennis Browne splint) to maintain correction and prevent relapse.

Goals:
Achieve a functional, pain-free, plantigrade (flat) foot.
Avoid extensive surgery.

The Ponseti method is now the gold standard worldwide for treating idiopathic clubfoot and has over 90% success rate when done properly.

25/05/2025

In this lecture, Prof. Dr. Anisuddin Bhatti discusses the Percutaneous Achilles Tendon Tenotomy, a critical step in the Ponseti method for treating clubfoot. This video is part of our ongoing educational series on the Ponseti technique.
The session covers:

- Indications for tenotomy within the Ponseti protocol
- Guidelines and step-by-step procedure for safe ex*****on
- Parent Counselling
- Preparation and Precautions to ensure optimal outcomes and avoid complications
- Technique
- Errors to avoid
- Expected outcomes and follow-up
- Post-tenotomy care and follow-up casting

Follow this series for a step-by-step guide to mastering the Ponseti method.

This video is an essential resource for orthopedic surgeons, residents, and healthcare professionals involved in pediatric deformity correction.

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24/05/2025

In this short video, Prof. Dr. Anisuddin Bhatti discusses the essential support measures following Ponseti casting for clubfoot treatment. The focus is on maximizing the effectiveness of the Ponseti method through:

Casting Care: Learn how to properly maintain and protect Ponseti casts to ensure continuous correction without complications.

Parent Counselling: The role of parental involvement, emotional support, and education throughout the clubfoot correction journey. Teaching them how to care for the cast and how to remove it before coming to the clinic.

At-Home Physiotherapy: Discover simple physiotherapy technique that help maintain flexibility and strength during and after casting.

This video is ideal for parents of children with clubfoot, as well as medical trainees and healthcare professionals involved in pediatric orthopedic care.

Presented by: Prof. Dr. Anisuddin Bhatti
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24/05/2025

How to Care for the Cast and How to remove it . Tonight at 8 Pm.

23/05/2025

In this detailed video, Prof. Anisuddin Bhatti explains the Ponseti casting protocol, continuing our step-by-step video series on the Ponseti method for clubfoot correction.

This session covers:

Correct patient positioning

Pre-cast manipulation (as discussed in the previous video)

Finger positioning techniques

Proper application and molding of the cast

Key characteristics of the cast’s shape and appearance at each stage

Whether you're a medical student, resident, or orthopedic professional, this video offers invaluable insights into achieving optimal outcomes with the Ponseti technique.

Stay tuned for more videos in this series covering the complete clubfoot treatment journey.

22/05/2025

Prof. Anisuddin Bhatti explains in this video the steps of the manipulation phase in the Ponseti method for clubfoot treatment. Learn how to apply the ponseti principles and correctly localize and stabilize the talus, supinate and abduct the fore foot, and assess abduction before correcting equinus. A must-watch for orthopedic trainees, physiotherapists and healthcare professionals managing congenital clubfoot.