Straight Child Foundation expands clubfoot treatment in Nigeria

Clubfoot treatment in Nigeria advances as Straight Child Foundation enrolls 91 children across 11 states with focus on early care and quality outcomes

Clubfoot treatment in Nigeria received a significant boost in August 2025 as the Straight Child Foundation (TSCF) enrolled 91 children across 20 specialized clinics in 11 states.

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The initiative aims to tackle childhood disability through early intervention and standardized care.

Speaking in Umuahia, Abia State, the Foundation’s Project Supervisor, Bright Amadi, said over 71% of the newly enrolled children were under 12 months old.

This, he noted, reflects TSCF’s commitment to catching the congenital condition early—when outcomes are most favorable.

The foundation maintained global standards in treatment delivery.

On average, each child received 4.6 casting sessions before undergoing tenotomy—a minor procedure essential in the corrective process.

Amadi revealed that 96% of the enrolled children had successfully undergone the procedure.

Despite its success, the program faces challenges. Dropout rates were recorded at 5% for children in the casting phase and 10% at the bracing stage, largely due to transportation costs and domestic pressures.

TSCF is actively working to trace absentees and provide support to ensure treatment continuity.

In a bid to improve clinical outcomes, the foundation also conducted CAST administration training for the medical team at IHHM Clinic in Umunze, Anambra State.

Additionally, data quality assessments and supervisory visits were carried out in hospitals such as NAUTH Nnewi, DELSUTH Oghara, UBTH Benin, RUTH Aba, and FUTH Owerri.

Amadi explained that clubfoot, a condition where a baby’s foot is twisted out of shape or position, can lead to lifelong disability if left untreated.

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TSCF’s mission underscores the importance of early diagnosis, quality care, and strong local and international partnerships in tackling childhood disabilities.