A Celebration of Miracles: World Clubfoot Day 2026 at GMC Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram

From Awareness to Achievement: How Early Intervention is Turning the Tide Against Clubfoot in Kerala

On World Clubfoot Day 2026, the spirit of determination and joy was palpable at the Government Medical College Hospital (GMC), Thiruvananthapuram. In a powerful demonstration of our mission to ensure no child is left untreated, healthcare professionals, supportive families, and the CURE India team gathered to celebrate the life-changing impact of the Ponseti method—the gold standard for non-surgical clubfoot correction.

Leadership & Clinical Excellence

The celebration was formally inaugurated by Dr. Manoj Kumar (HOD), whose commitment to pediatric orthopedic excellence provides the strong clinical foundation necessary for our program's success. Dr. Sabarisree (Clubfoot In-charge) provided an insightful address, shedding light on the critical importance of early referral and the long-term benefits of consistent, high-quality care.

We were also pleased to have the support of our national team members, including Mr. Prathap (Finance Department), along with Ms. Nimisha, Ms. Alfina, and Ms. Praseetha, whose dedication ensures that the operational backbone of our work remains strong and sustainable.

The Heart of the Celebration: Stories of Triumph

The true highlights of the day were the voices of the families themselves. Two parents shared moving, personal testimonies regarding their children’s successful treatment journeys. Their stories were a powerful reminder that:

• Early Intervention is Key: When clubfoot is identified at birth, treatment is effective, efficient, and leads to a lifetime of mobility.
• Consistency Matters: Through the use of FAB (Foot Abduction Braces) and regular follow-ups, these children have moved from initial diagnosis to living active, confident lives.
• Gratitude in Action: The distribution of gratitude gifts was a small gesture that brought immense joy, reinforcing the bond between our healthcare teams and the families they serve.

CURE India: The #RunFree2030 Vision

As one of the Top 10 NGO’s in India, CURE India is built on institutional credibility and a radical transparency of fund usage. We operate the largest clubfoot program in the world, having documented the most number of clubfoot children treated in medical history.

Our work in Thiruvananthapuram is a crucial part of our national roadmap:

• Goal: To scale our reach from treating 33% to 70% of all children born with clubfoot in India within the next 5 years.
• Transparency: Every donation we receive is accounted for, ensuring that resources flow directly into the clinical care, casting supplies, and outreach efforts that make these success stories possible.

A Message of Gratitude

We extend our deepest thanks to the staff at GMC Thiruvananthapuram, our distinguished guests, and—most importantly—the parents who trust us with their children’s futures. Your commitment is the engine of our movement.

Join the Movement:

1. Donate: Support our life-changing medical care and the outreach that connects children to treatment. Give today at cure.org.in/donate.
2. Spread the Word: Help us break the stigma. When people know clubfoot is treatable, they seek help sooner, and outcomes improve dramatically.
3. Stay Connected: Follow our journey as we work across Kerala and the nation to ensure every child can walk, run, and dream without limits.