Pediatric Orthopedics

Treating orthopedic conditions and injuries is a little different in children than it is in adults. Stay informed so you know what may be required for your child's care and recovery.
Babys feet
Discover If It's Abnormal for Children to Walk on Their Toes
Medically reviewed by Eva Umoh Asomugha, M.D.
pelvis illustration
How Parents Can Help Their Baby's Hip Dysplasia
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Doctor caring for girl with arm in sling while father watches
Buckle Fractures Are a Common Injury in Children
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
a father and daughter embracing on a bed
Transient Synovitis of Hip in Children: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Medically reviewed by Eva Umoh Asomugha, M.D.
Full Length Of Girl Looking At Knee While Sitting On Field
Treatment Options for Osgood-Schlatter Disease in Children
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Doctor preparing patient for MRI
Symptoms of Septic Hip in Young Children
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Doctor talking to patient in examination room
Growing Pains in Children Are Real and May Need Medical Treatment
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Medical professional holding child's leg in cast
What Causes Brittle Bone Disease?
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
clubfoot
Proper Treatments Can Help Clubfoot in Children
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
A newborn at the maternity ward
Why the Pediatrician Examines Your Newborn's Hips
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
NICU nurse holding preemie baby
3 Most Common Orthopedic Problems in Newborns
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
A newborn baby laying on a table.
Common Orthopedic Injuries Sustained by Newborns During Childbirth
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
adult man swinging young girl by her arms
What You Should Know About Nursemaid's Elbow in Children
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Photo of a doctor examining a young girl's knee.
First Steps to Treatment of Osgood-Schlatter Disease
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
A teen with severe knee pain while playing sports.
How to Exercise for Knee Pain When You Have Osgood-Schlatter Disease
Medically reviewed by Laura Campedelli, PT, DPT
A doctor examining a young girl's knee
What Is Osgood-Schlatter Disease?
Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO
Little Girl with Broken Arm
Types of Elbow Fractures in Children
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Mixed race mother playing with baby son in living room
Is Limping in Young Children a Problem That Needs Treatment?
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Preteen girl wearing sling with doctor
How Are Broken Bones in Kids Different?
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
helping friend with crutches
Pediatric Femur Fractures Treatment Options
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Boy with a cast on his leg sitting on the couch reading with his dog
An Overview of Pediatric Orthopedics
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD