Witness History: The Miracle of Walking
An American doctor, Ignacio Ponseti, revolutionised the treatment of children born with 'club foot' - where their feet are turned in and under, and which had previously been treated with surgery. His method, which relied on physiotherapy and the use of braces, was less invasive and more successful long-term. Caroline Wyatt has been hearing from one of Dr Ponseti's early patients.
Listen here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1x1p
Another lovely piece, beautifully presented
Kirsty Reid, Commissioning Editor
Broadcaster
TX: 1st November 2021
Credits
Presenter:
Caroline Wyatt
Producer:
Rosie Dawson