Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal conditions in children and adolescents. This specialty addresses congenital, developmental, and trauma-related issues affecting bones, joints, and muscles, with a focus on the unique needs of growing bodies.
Key Services
- Fracture Management: Expert care for bone fractures to ensure proper healing and growth in children.
- Correction of Deformities: Treatment for conditions like clubfoot, bowlegs, knock knees, and flat feet.
- Spine Care: Management of scoliosis, kyphosis, and other spine-related disorders in children.
- Limb Length Discrepancy: Surgical and non-surgical interventions to address unequal limb lengths.
- Sports Injuries: Specialized care for young athletes, including ligament tears and joint injuries.
- Developmental Hip Dysplasia Treatment: Early detection and correction of hip abnormalities to prevent complications.
- Cerebral Palsy Management: Comprehensive care for musculoskeletal complications associated with cerebral palsy.
Conditions Treated
- Congenital Disorders (Clubfoot, Hip Dysplasia)
- Bone and Joint Infections
- Fractures and Growth Plate Injuries
- Scoliosis and Spinal Deformities
- Limb Deformities (Bowlegs, Knock Knees)
- Neuromuscular Disorders (Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy)
- Benign Bone Tumors
Importance
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery ensures that children with musculoskeletal issues receive specialized care tailored to their growth and developmental needs. By addressing these conditions early, pediatric orthopedic surgeons help improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance the quality of life, enabling children to lead active and healthy lives.
