Pediatric Orthopedics
Pediatric orthopedics is a branch of medicine that focuses on the musculoskeletal health of children, from infancy through adolescence. The primary goal of pediatric orthopedics is to prevent, diagnose, and treat musculoskeletal conditions in children in order to optimize their physical development and function. Common conditions that may be treated include congenital deformities, scoliosis, limb deformities, musculoskeletal injuries, and developmental delays.
- Congenital deformities
- Scoliosis -Limb deformities
- Musculoskeletal injuries
- Developmental delays
- Sports-related injuries
- Fractures and dislocations
- Joint disorders, such as arthritis and hip dysplasia
- Bone diseases, such as osteogenesis imperfecta and osteoporosis