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Sam's Story

I was born with right club foot.

I had an operation when i was young (i still have the scars on my right calf) I had to wear casts for months but only for my right leg.

Therefore, this causes my claves to be unbalanced. My left calf is bigger than my right. Unlike most of the stories i read here, I dont suffer pain or aches and i dont have a problem with standing long hours. I can walk normally, run and do everything else normal.

I just have to put on a pair of long pants. I am at the age where I'm conscious of how i look from head to toe (I'm a girl, 22, never had a bf) and I just cant help asking 'why' everytime i look at my calves. I dont wear shorts or skirts because of it. I gave up going to the beach and doing water sports because of it. Most of my friends don't even know abt my calves except for those few that were from my primary and secondary schools. I was teased and made fun of especially from the boys abt it and if it's nt vocally, it's the stares. And it really hurts till today. I get depressed just thinking abt it. Even thought sometimes I try nt to think abt it bt deep down, I know that it will be apart of me forever.
Anyway, I came across this site while searching on calf implants. Personally, I felt that if I were to have 2 similar, balanced calves, I'd be a much happier person. I've had difficulties talking abt this and coming across this website is really amazing.

I should be thankful that I'm not suffering or having feet/ ankle pains 24/7. And I apologize if I might have hurt anyone's feelings bt I just need to know if there is anyone else out there who is in the same situation as I am? Or simply anyone who wishes to share their similar situations with me.

Sam



Admin Message
Note to all saying there feet is stopping them dating.

Your feet has nothing to do with not having a boyfriend, It is your confidance.

My girlfriend has Spinal Bifida, she has had numerous boyfriends, including me. You just need to get out there. Enjoy yourself, you only live once.

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Comment added by : Krisel Cabrera on the 01 Feb 2010 at 13:13pm
Hi Sam. I am 22 and I have the same problem. I long to wear high heels and or shorts or skirts. i hate the fact that i am so self conscious I should thank God that I am as blessed as I am. There are way worse things, but i definitely understand you.
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Comment added by : Nick on the 21 Jul 2009 at 11:57am
i am 24 years old, and i have club foot on both ankles, and my calf muscles are deformed just like all of you...ANYBODY blaming their undeveloped calf muscles for the suffering of their love life HAS to get over it..no other way to put it, wear pants and hide it if you have to..i've been with more woman than i can count and to be honest i don't even mention it.. if they ask i answer thats it, usually i just wear pants and keep it to myself.. it sucks but what are you gonna do? it definitely shouldn't make your love life suffer
Comment added by : Nick on the 21 Jul 2009 at 11:53am
i am 24 years old, and i have club foot on both ankles, and my calf muscles are deformed just like all of you...ANYBODY blaming their undeveloped calf muscles for the suffering of their love life HAS to get over it..no other way to put it, wear pants and hide it if you have to..i've been with more woman than i can count and to be honest i don't even mention it.. if they ask i answer thats it, usually i just wear pants and keep it to myself.. it sucks but what are you gonna do? it definitely shouldn't make your love life suffer
Comment added by : Samantha on the 20 Jul 2009 at 03:36am
Hello i have clubbed feet so i have two small calves instead of just one like you and i play soccer so my thighs are pretty big in comparison to my calves. I also feel insecure at times but i always just think f it if people dont like me the way i am then they really cant be my friends. You cant be insecure about it because its who you are and if you dont show off ho you are you will never be able to get to know new people. And if someone wont talk to you because one calf is slightly smaller than dont waste your time on them, true friends wont give a damn. People you should care about will care about the inside and not a minor flaw.
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Comment added by : Zoe on the 20 Apr 2009 at 13:34pm
Hi, I've just come across this site whilst looking at info on calf augmentation. I was born with a clubbed left foot and due to wearing a cast for a long time i now have a skinny left leg and a normal right leg. I have never been confident enough to wear skirts or shorts or to swim or go to the beach! Its a real confidence issue for me. I never suffered bullying because i didnt show my leg at all but it really gets me down. Anyway, i spoke to my doctor and he referred me to a plastic surgeon, and i have been put on the waiting list for a calf augmentation. Its about 8 weeks until i have my surgery and i cant wait. Thoe who are thinking about it then go for it! This is going to change my life for the better! I dont suffer any pain and i walk fine so im really sorry for those that do.
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Comment added by : Javi Cardenas on the 28 Mar 2009 at 16:18pm
Im 16, have a right club foot and also a really small calf muscle. I hate seeing people with big calf muscles, because I work out and am really muscular and defined frm my upper body and thighs... knowing if I work out my calves ill just end up with one even bigger than the other. Being a wrestler for my school, my legs are exposed alot and im constantly teased about my small calf and big upper body, but I try not to let it get to me. I look at my muscle all the time and just wish it wouldnt have been me to get clubfoot but oh well... I too have been considering calf augmentation but seeing how expensive it is, and the problems I can have in wrestling and my future military career I decided not to get it. At least not anytime soon. calf augmentation for people like us really shouldnt be something to be ashamed of though
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Comment added by : Liz on the 23 Feb 2009 at 02:17am
Exactly the same situation... I'm 18 and have never had a steady boyfriend... my right foot had what I've begun to realize was clubfoot surgery when I was young, and beacuse of it my right calf is thinner. Don't let it ruin your confidence, your legs are still beutiful! =D
Comment added by : e mae on the 09 Nov 2008 at 02:13am
Hi i have the same problem you have iam 49 years old i was born with left club feet i always had a problem wearing skirt and shorts but know that god has been good to me i had a husband and to kids me my husband not together i have somone else no and it is great but you kno my club feet get to sometime. becouse i can't wear any kind of shose.
Comment added by : jean on the 24 Nov 2008 at 01:02am
I'm 45 years old, never wear short skirts, shorts, never have serious bf. I wish some day in the near future, we can have calf augmentation with fat transfer and the result is permanent. I would like to hear from anyone who had fat transfer and if you are satisfied with the results. Thanks.
Comment added by : sam on the 13 Nov 2008 at 12:33pm
hi all, good to hear from you guys!

WL: whats your email address?
you can add me at;
sam.gem@hotmail.com

anyone else has msn? we can always chat online yea. looking forward to your replies/comments. cheers!
Comment added by : WL on the 13 Nov 2008 at 08:36am
hey, i'm fr sg too and have the same problem. email and add me on msn so we can talk abt it.
Comment added by : winnie on the 11 Nov 2008 at 14:50pm
Hi sam, I myself have clubfoot, and like you said about not suffering alot of pain im in the same situation as you, I myself don't sufer pain i do everything lik everone else,and i love sports, I would say im very self consious about it and wonder sometimes why me. but life goes on you have to except it and my advice to anyone out there who may be in same situation as I is to not let it effect your life you are beautiful no matter what way your leg looks and don't let anybody try to put you down or tel you different, and as for dating boys its not a problem its not your leg thee want its all about you being confident trust me thee dont care about wat way your leg is just being confident and be happy wit yourself is the key to success, its hard even for me at times but you just have to get on with and there are things you can do about lik you said sam i was looking into that and im amazed by it.. if anyone who is in same situation as I then please talk to me about it we can help each other in may ways
thanks ........
Comment added by : winnie on the 11 Nov 2008 at 14:48pm
Hi sam, I myself have clubfoot, and like you said about not suffering alot of pain im in the same situation as you, I myself don't sufer pain i do everything lik everone else,and i love sports, I would say im very self consious about it and wonder sometimes why me. but life goes on you have to except it and my advice to anyone out there who may be in same situation as I is to not let it effect your life you are beautiful no matter what way your leg looks and don't let anybody try to put you down or tel you different, and as for dating boys its not a problem its not your leg thee want its all about you being confident trust me thee dont care about wat way your leg is just being confident and be happy wit yourself is the key to success, its hard even for me at times but you just have to get on with and there are things you can do about lik you said sam i was looking into that and im amazed by it.. if anyone who is in same situation as I then please talk to me about it we can help each other in may ways
thanks ........
Comment added by : dory on the 02 Nov 2008 at 23:54pm
You know... I feel very insecure about my calves and the way I walk... I wonder how often people notice my deformity... but I thank God I can walk.. and I can continue with my life being a successfull, openminded, and LOVING person.
Comment added by : dory on the 02 Nov 2008 at 23:54pm
You know... I feel very insecure about my calves and the way I walk... I wonder how often people notice my deformity... but I thank God I can walk.. and I can continue with my life being a successfull, openminded, and LOVING person.
Comment added by : André on the 27 Sep 2008 at 19:33pm
hi same thing could u add my msn because ive never been able to speak to anyone with the same problem its andre-m_06@hotmail.com
Comment added by : Vic on the 16 Sep 2008 at 23:16pm
Hi Sam,
I am in a similar situation, I am 23 and had bilateral talipes. This has caused my calf muscles to be underdeveloped. I am interested in hearing from anyone considering or have had calf implants. Email me
Comment added by : Ba on the 12 Sep 2008 at 09:15am
I got a very much different size of left and right calf because of polio at young age. I am looking forward to undergo calf implant in India in Nov. Making enquiry now and hope all go fine so that I can look normal as well.
Comment added by : amy on the 31 Aug 2008 at 12:36pm
I was also born with a right club foot. My big toe is about an inch shorter than my 2nd toe and my calf is smaller than my left. I never wear anything that shows my legs and always wear closed toe shoes. Everyday I wish that I was just born normal. It's never affected my dating but I do hide it. My serious boyfriends did know and never cared and my husband doesn't mind at all. About a year ago I got a calf implant. Even though it looks better than before my legs are still not perfect. The implant only increases the size where the actual muscle would be. So the bottom half of your calf and ankle are still small. After paying $5000 I'm still self conscious! Once my kids get older I will have surgery done to lengthen my short toe. Hopefully...that will make me feel better!
Comment added by : Annette on the 24 Jun 2008 at 07:29am
Hi, i no what you mean about the skinny right calf. I too have this issue, having had casts on for the first 13 years of my growing life and tending to weigh my weight always on my left side. I daily think about getting an implant, Have you gone further with you enquiries regarding one?
I too for many years, never wore dresses, etc.. for fear of ppl will notice. But i've been a flight attendant for the past 8 years, and quite frankly i prefer to wear the dress. In 8 years i've had only a few comments, and more than happy to discuss my leg abnormality if ppl raise the issue. I just figure, no one is perfect...
But would still love to no about the implants.....
Comment added by : Tim on the 04 Dec 2007 at 20:00pm
I'm a College D-1 pitcher who's life revolves around strength. Working out with the team I see guys with bulging calves and then look at mine. I was born with bilateral club feet and had surgery early as a baby and also later in highschool. I have often thought about calf implants to fit in, but its the fact that I know what I have over come that got me to where I am. So let it be a smile from knowing what you have overcome to let people know your physical imperfections can't hold you down.
Comment added by : yellow glitter on the 29 Nov 2007 at 22:01pm
My case is like urs... teenager girl, club foot. But in my case the confidence problem comes fro m the fact that why would a guy want to date me with my ugly feet when he can date the girl next me who walks normal? Not to mention i have had many a head turner stare when i would approach guys to flirt or talk.. the head turner stare ppl wopuld think i was a freak. and bc of them it has pretty much dug engraved into my mind that im a freak and no guy would want to date me
Comment added by : Susan on the 28 Jul 2007 at 11:43am
Your story is very similar to mine. I had a left clubfoot that was operated on when I was a baby. I am now 37 years old and I have a muscular right calf muscle and my left is so small no matter how much exercise and lifting weights I have done. I never wear shorts or skirts. I, too, was teased as a child and that is hard to get over and have the confidence to wear shorts. I really can't stand the stares I get when I try to wear shorts or skirts. I have recently seen two plastic surgeons re: calf implant. One says he would do it but the other said I am not a good candidate. I have a husband that has never cared what my leg looks like, I know I am very lucky. I just still can't help but wish I could look normal.
Comment added by : Blayne on the 02 Apr 2007 at 20:30pm
My story is very much the same but very different because I'm a guy. I never wanted to wear a skirt but always wanted to wear shorts on hot days and felt very insecure about it. If I did wear shorts people would call me chicken leg, I would laugh about it with them but it hurt deep down. I've always been outgoing but I could be more outgoing, reading others stories is a real eye opener to how many people suffer from the same thing if not more then I do. I'll try to be a little more optimistic about this in the future, I can walk just fine and that should be enough to be thankfull for.
Comment added by : heather on the 21 Feb 2007 at 00:43am
your story is very similar to mine. i am now 24 years old and as a girl i have never been able to be comfortable wearing shorts or skirts. it has been very difficult for me because i have never met anyone with a club foot/feet and have not been able to tell anyone about it. i have had boyfriends, but were not able to tell them about it. does anyone have any suggestions about how to tell their boyfriend/girlfriend about it?
Comment added by : heather on the 21 Feb 2007 at 00:43am
your story is very similar to mine. i am now 24 years old and as a girl i have never been able to be comfortable wearing shorts or skirts. it has been very difficult for me because i have never met anyone with a club foot/feet and have not been able to tell anyone about it. i have had boyfriends, but were not able to tell them about it. does anyone have any suggestions about how to tell their boyfriend/girlfriend about it?
Comment added by : Brittnie on the 13 Nov 2006 at 02:07am
I also have club feet and my anckles are noticably smaller. I also suffer from pain in my feet.. and the fact that they still dont look normal, one was over corrected! It used to upset me (now 20) but ive learned to deal with it as best as I can!!
Comment added by : Janie on the 15 Sep 2006 at 22:06pm
I also have a problem with my calves, my left being noticably thinner than my right. When i was younger (I'm 24 now) i used to get so upset over this i would cry, although i have never had any trouble with relationships. It took me a long time to get over this,and still have hang ups, but don't let it take you over. You can be happy and beautiful without the killer heels and skirts, and I,m sure that you are.

Take care

Jane
Comment added by : Sam on the 14 Sep 2006 at 12:04pm
hey male sam, great to hear your comments. we r like two alike strangers, dont u think? haa. anyway, wat u said is true, this site allows us to talk about things that we've kept to ourselves for years. recently, i opened up to one of my girlfriend abt my disability. surprisingly, she didnt think much of it at all. i guess, people nowadays are more open and acceptable. well, noboby's perfect right. we just have to think positive and look forward to the best things in life. so cheeerios!

p.s. i'm frm singapore, where r u frm?
Comment added by : Male Sam on the 13 Sep 2006 at 01:01am
Youre right. In the past week ive realized that my club foot has nothing to do with my lack of success with women. It has everything to do with my crippling insecurity. Although im not going to say this site changed my life, i feel like its allowed me to talk about things ive kept to myself for so many years. Im now trying my best to be more confident and outgoing, and the more i do this, the more my fears seem silly and unfounded. I still have alot to work on, and every once in a while i relapse into depression, but im being treated. Thanks for your help and your work on this site.
Comment added by : Jamie (Site Admin) on the 07 Sep 2006 at 11:49am
Male Sam:
Also to all people with ClubFeet, or anyone who have not had a date.

Ask yourself this. What is the worst thing that can happen if you ask someone out.
Answer: They say no.
Thats it, The amount of operations we have had, I think we can handle a no from someone
Comment added by : Male Sam on the 06 Sep 2006 at 11:29am
your story sounds exactly like mine. exactly. Except i had a left club foot. Im a boy, 19, never had a gf.
Comment added by : stephen on the 01 Sep 2006 at 11:00am
Born with bilateral, played sports, career in surveying(of all things) had 8 operations until 6 yrs, suffer daily pain. Anyone have any suggestions on relief?
Comment added by : Sam on the 26 Aug 2006 at 14:34pm
U know wat. U're right. I guess that's wat i'm lacking; confidence. It's a major thing, bt I'm going to have to work on it.

Thanks!


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