This prospective cohort study aims to evaluate the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in children aged 2 to 15 years with congenital clubfoot, treated primarily according to the Ponseti method. The study will assess HRQoL using the Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (PedsQL 4.0) and clinical outcomes using the PBS Clubfoot Score (PBS). Participants will be followed for 2 and 5 years to evaluate changes in HRQoL and clinical function. The primary objective is to understand the long-term impact of clubfoot and its treatment on patients' physical, emotional, and social well-being.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Children aged 2 to 15 years diagnosed with congenital clubfoot.
• Undergoing treatment or follow-up at Drammen Hospital.
• Both unilateral and bilateral cases included.
• Written informed consent from parents or legal guardians.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Concurrent severe medical or psychological conditions affecting outcomes.
• Lack of written informed consent.
• Incomplete or missing data for PedsQL or PBS assessments.

This study investigates the impact of congenital clubfoot and its treatment on the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in children using a prospective cohort design. The participants will be evaluated using the Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (PedsQL 4.0) to assess HRQoL and the PBS Clubfoot Score (PBS) for clinical outcomes. Assessments will occur at baseline, 2 years, and 5 years post-treatment initiation. Data collection will include clinical evaluations, standardized HRQoL questionnaires, and Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) assessments for pain and satisfaction. The findings will help optimize treatment protocols for clubfoot by providing comprehensive insights into how different treatment methods impact children's quality of life.