The Ponseti Revolution: How Dr. Mathew Varghese is Healing Clubfoot Without Extensive Surgery

Watch. Learn. Transform Lives: Discover Why the Ponseti Method is the Global Gold Standard for a Clubfoot-Free India.

In the world of pediatric orthopedics, few names carry as much weight as Dr. Mathew Varghese, the Medical Director at CURE India. With a career defined by compassion and clinical excellence, Dr. Varghese has revolutionized how we approach one of the most common congenital physical disabilities in the country: Clubfoot.

In our latest insightful video, Dr. Varghese shares the wisdom gained from a career spanning over 8,000 tenotomies. His message is clear, powerful, and life-changing: Most children born with clubfoot do not need extensive surgery.

The Science of the Ponseti Method

For decades, many believed that severe clubfoot required invasive surgical intervention. However, the Ponseti method has turned that narrative on its head. This "functional" approach relies on the natural elasticity of a child’s ligaments and bones.

The process, as Dr. Varghese explains, follows a precise, three-step journey:

Manipulation: Gently stretching the foot into the correct position.
Serial Casting: Applying a series of plaster casts every week to gradually hold and progress the correction.
Tenotomy: A minor, percutaneous procedure to release the Achilles tendon—a step Dr. Varghese has perfected over thousands of cases to ensure full range of motion.

When performed correctly and on time, this method achieves a success rate of nearly 100%, allowing children to lead healthy, active lives without the scarring or stiffness often associated with traditional surgery.

CURE India: A National Leader in Medical Excellence

As one of the Top 10 NGO’s in India, CURE India is dedicated to making this life-altering treatment accessible to all. We operate the largest clubfoot program in the world, ensuring that Free Treatment is available through our vast national presence.

Our mission, RunFree2030, is not just about treating children; it’s about empowering the medical community. We believe that every trained doctor brings us one step closer to a Clubfoot-Free India. That is why we are committed to providing world-class Ponseti training for medical professionals.

Be Part of the Solution

By joining our growing network of doctors, you aren't just learning a technique; you are joining a movement. Dr. Varghese’s work at St. Stephen's Hospital and with CURE India has proven that through awareness and specialized training, we can eliminate the disability caused by clubfoot across the country.

Watch the Video: Understand the complete process of manipulation, casting, and tenotomy from one of the world’s leading authorities.
Join the Training: Are you a medical professional ready to make a difference? Reach out to us to join our next Ponseti training session.
Support the Mission: Your donation helps us provide the materials, braces (FAB), and training necessary to reach the thousands of families still waiting for help.

At CURE India, we prioritize transparency of fund usage and credibility. With the most number of clubfoot children treated globally, we invite you to be part of a proven model of social impact.

Watch. Learn. Transform lives. Every child deserves the chance to walk with dignity.