Grant Overcomes Bilateral Clubfoot
Grant overcomes bilateral clubfoot through specialized treatment at Shriners Children’s Spokane.
Grant’s path to Shriners Children’s Spokane began with a unique challenge: He was born with bilateral clubfoot.
A patient since infancy, Grant progressed through various treatments for his condition, including surgery, casting, bracing and physical therapy. His customized treatment plan, tailored to his specific needs, has paved the way for Grant’s success in adolescence.
Under the care and guidance of Glen Baird, M.D., who is fellowship-trained in pediatric orthopedics and specializes in clubfoot, Grant completed his first surgery to lengthen his heel cords. This marked the beginning of a series of procedures that would ultimately reshape Grant’s mobility.
Doctors performed subsequent surgeries over the years to rotate Grant’s shinbones, allowing for greater movement and improved function. These procedures, combined with the use of braces and casts, complimented by physical therapy, worked to support the proper development of his feet.
Grant's mother, Mandy, reflects on the profound impact that Shriners Children's has had on her son's life. She acknowledges that without the exceptional care and support provided by the Shriners Children’s Spokane team, Grant would not be the active and vibrant individual he is today.
Nothing can stop Grant from accomplishing his goals, and much of this is thanks to Shriners Children’s and his amazing team.
