Orthopedic Surgery (Pediatrics)
Conditions We Treat
Acetabulum Fractures
An acetabular fracture is a break in the socket portion of the "ball-and-socket" hip joint. Acetabular fractures are not common - they occur much less frequently than fractures of the upper femur or femoral head (the "ball" portion of the joint).
Go to Detail PageACL Injuries
One of the most common knee injuries is an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) sprain or tear. Athletes who participate in high demand sports like soccer, football, and basketball are more likely to injure their anterior cruciate ligaments.
Go to Detail PageAnkle Fracture
An ankle fracture can range from a simple break in one bone, which may not stop you from walking, to several fractures, which forces your ankle out of place and may require that you not put weight on it for a few months.
Go to Detail PageAnkle Fractures in Children
A broken ankle, also called an ankle fracture, is a common childhood injury. An ankle fracture is a break in one or more of the bones that make up the ankle: the tibia, fibula, and talus.
Go to Detail PageBone Fracture
A bone fracture is a broken bone, which can happen to any bone in the body. Fractures require medical attention. Injury is the most common cause, with symptoms including bruising, bleeding, difficulty breathing and in the case of a limb (arm, leg), deformity. Diseases like osteoporosis can weaken bones, making them more susceptible to breaking.
Go to Detail PageBone, Joint, & Muscle Infections in Children
Children can develop infections in their bones, joints, or muscles. Sometimes called "deep" infections.
Go to Detail PageBone, Joint, and Muscle Infections
People can develop infections in their bones, joints, or muscles. These are sometimes called "deep" infections.
Go to Detail PageCerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy is the result of problems during brain development, at childbirth, or just after birth. The resulting disorder involves poor muscle tone, difficulty moving, stiff muscles and more. Some people with cerebral palsy are unable to walk, have epilepsy, trouble swallowing, are blind, and may have limited intellect.
Go to Detail PageClubfoot
Clubfoot is a condition in which an infant's foot is turned inward, often so severely that the bottom of the foot faces sideways or even upward. Approximately one infant in every 1,000 live births will have clubfoot, making it one of the more common congenital (present at birth) foot deformities.
Go to Detail PageDevelopmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)
The hip is a "ball-and-socket" joint. In a normal hip, the ball at the upper end of the thighbone (femur) fits firmly into the socket, which is part of the large pelvis bone. In babies and children with developmental dysplasia (dislocation) of the hip (DDH), the hip joint has not formed normally. The ball is loose in the socket and may be easily dislocate.
Go to Detail PageDevelopmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)
The hip is a "ball-and-socket" joint. In a normal hip, the ball at the upper end of the thighbone (femur) fits firmly into the socket, which is part of the large pelvis bone. In babies and children with developmental dysplasia (dislocation) of the hip (DDH), the hip joint has not formed normally. The ball is loose in the socket and may be easily dislocate. Although DDH is most often present at birth, it may also develop during a child's first year of life. Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)
Go to Detail PageDistal Humerus Fracture (Broken Elbow)
A distal humerus fracture is a break in the lower end of the upper arm bone (humerus), one of the three bones that come together to form the elbow joint. A fracture in this area can be very painful and make moving the elbow impossible.
Go to Detail PageElbow (Olecranon) Fracture
An olecranon (oh-LEK-rah-nun) fracture is a break in the bony "tip" of the elbow. This pointy segment of bone is part of the ulna, one of the three bones that come together to form the elbow joint.
Go to Detail PageElbow Fracture
Elbow fractures are common childhood injuries, accounting for about 10% of all childhood fractures. In many cases, a simple fracture will heal well with conservative cast treatment. Some types of elbow fractures, however, including those in which the pieces of bone are significantly out of place, may require surgery. Other structures in the elbow-such as nerves, blood vessels, and ligaments-may also be injured when a fracture occurs and require treatment, as well.
Go to Detail PageFemur Fractures in Children
The femur (thighbone) is the largest and strongest bone in the body. It can break when a child experiences a sudden forceful impact. The most common cause of femur fractures in infants under 1 year old is child abuse. Child abuse is also a leading cause of thighbone fracture in children between the ages of 1 and 4 years, but the incidence is much less in this age group.
Go to Detail PageFemur Shaft Fracture
Femur fractures vary greatly, depending on what cause it to break. The pieces of bone may line up correctly (stable fracture) or be out of alignment (displaced fracture). The skin around the fracture may be intact (closed fracture) or the bone may puncture the skin (open fracture).
Go to Detail PageHeel Bone (Calcaneus) Fracture
A fracture of the calcaneus, or heel bone, can be a painful and disabling injury. This type of fracture commonly occurs during a high-energy event-such as a car crash or a fall from a ladder-when the heel is crushed under the weight of the body. When this occurs, the heel can widen, shorten, and become deformed.
Go to Detail PageHip Dysplasia
The hip is a "ball-and-socket" joint. In a normal hip, the ball at the upper end of the femur (thighbone) fits firmly into the socket, which is a curved portion of the pelvis called the acetabulum. In a young person with hip dysplasia, the hip joint has not developed normally-the acetabulum is too shallow to adequately support and cover the head of the femur.
Go to Detail PageHip Fracture
A hip fracture is a break in the upper quarter of the femur (thigh) bone. The extent of the break depends on the forces that are involved. The type of surgery used to treat a hip fracture is primarily based on the bones and soft tissues affected or on the level of the fracture.
Go to Detail PageInternal Fixation
A broken bone must be carefully stabilized and supported until it is strong enough to handle the body's weight and movement. Until the last century, providers relied on casts and splints to support and stabilize the bone from outside the body. Today, advances in research and surgery allow providers to internally set and stabilize fractured bones.
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