November 20, 2014
“I pray for a successful treatment so that my daughter can walk like other children,” said Muokolewa’s mother.
Meet Muokolewa, a three-month-old baby girl from Tanzania who was born with bilateral clubfoot. “Muokolewa will not be able to walk [normally] when she starts walking and she will also have an increased risk of developing early osteoarthritis of the small bones if not treated,” says our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation.
Muokolewa is a happy, healthy baby. As the fourth born child in her family, her mother shares with us that “she is very comfortable being carried by anyone!” Muokolewa’s mother is a small scale farmer, but at the moment caring for Muokolewa is her full time job. Unable to afford treatment, she sought out African Mission Healthcare Foundation in order to help Muokolewa receive the care she needs.
In order to correct Muokolewa’s gait, she will need x-rays, casts, clubfoot surgery, and recovery treatment. $1,160 will cover the cost of Muokolewa’s treatment, ensuring she will grow up strong, walking normally, and enjoying activities like all of the other children in her town!
“I pray for a successful treatment so that my daughter can walk like other children,” said Muokolewa’s mother.
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March 17, 2015
Muokolewa received surgery to correct her bilateral clubfoot.
The treatment is going well!
“Muokolewa is doing well. She is on the initial treatment to correct bilateral clubfoot,” reports her doctor at African Mission Healthcare Foundation. “She is currently on a weekly schedule for cast changes which will continue for a few more weeks before undergoing a small surgery. When the wounds are healed, Muokolewa will continue the treatment by wearing ankle abduction braces to maintain the proper position of the feet. By the time Muokolewa starts to walk, she will be able to walk on plantigrade.”
“My heart is filled with joy seeing the good progress of the treatment,” says Muokolewa’s mother. “I have hope that my daughter’s feet will be straight, allowing her to walk properly when the time comes and she will grow up just like other children. I am very grateful for the financial support because it has touched all members of our family. Thank you!”
The treatment is going well!
"Muokolewa is doing well. She is on the initial treatment to correct bilateral clubfoot," reports her doctor...
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