This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery
The ideal treatment of bilateral idiopathic clubfoot in a newborn is: 
Select and explain. 
A. Manipulation by mother, B. Manipulation and Dennis Brown splint, C. Manipulation and casts, D. Surgical release
A: Manipulation by mother
Answer: A: Manipulation by mother 
Explanation: Manipulation by mother is the only recommended treatment in a new born neonate till the child is about four weeks (1 month) of age when the infant can tolerate strapping or corrective plaster application. Ref: Essential Ohopedics, 3rd Edition By J Maheswari, 3rd Edition, Pages 196, 199.