by Sam Leems | Aug 19, 2023 | Limb Conditions
Knee OCD This document aims to provide a comprehensive overview of Knee OCD (osteochondritis dissecans) in children. It covers the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for this condition. This condition is a significant concern in pediatric orthopedics,...
by Sam Leems | Jun 16, 2023 | Limb Conditions
Hamstring Contracture in Children: Hamstring contracture is a condition characterized by the shortening and tightness of the hamstring muscles. This condition leads to a limited range of motion in the hip and knee joints. While hamstring contractures can affect...
by Sam Leems | May 16, 2023 | Limb Conditions, Pediatric Orthopedics
Little League Elbow Little League Elbow is a common overuse injury that affects young baseball players, particularly those involved in repetitive throwing motions. Also known as medial epicondyle apophysitis, this condition primarily affects the growth plate on the...
by Sam Leems | Mar 15, 2023 | Limb Conditions
Limb Salvage Limb salvage refers to the preservation of a limb that would otherwise be amputated due to severe injury or disease. This condition can greatly improve a patient’s quality of life and prevent the physical and emotional trauma associated with...
by Sam Leems | Dec 16, 2022 | Limb Conditions
Kneecap Instability or Dislocated Knee: Patellar instability, also known as kneecap instability, occurs when the patella (kneecap) falls out of the thighbone’s femoral groove. Therefore, an unstable kneecap can cause a dislocated knee. Physical therapy...
by Robbie Reed | Apr 16, 2021 | Limb Conditions
Limb Lengthening for Children – Height Growth Operations: Limb lengthening for children provides a corrective procedure when your child has a notable difference in the lengths of their arms or legs. The procedures, performed by orthopedic surgeons, will...
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