Diagnosis of arthrogryposis condition
At the prenatal stage, ultrasonography detects abnormal limb conditions or limited movement of the joints, but it is not possible to determine the actual extent of arthrogryposis. However, after birth, the diagnostic evaluation includes screening through • X-rays, CT scan, and MRI • Genetic testing through blood work • Muscle Biopsy to check the condition […]
Treatment of a child’s deformed right foot in Gurgaon, Delhi NCR
Dr. Ratnav Ratan, a highly experienced pediatric orthopedic doctor in Gurgaon shares a patient story of a total recovery of a 9 year old child with a deformed right foot. Background Mahmood, a 9-year-old Iraqi boy developed a deformed right foot condition after a run over injury. The skin of the top right foot was […]
Pulled Elbow: All you need to know
A Pulled Elbow or Nursemaid’s elbow in children is preventable and easy to treat in Gurgaon, Delhi NCR. Ever wondered why a young child is complaining of elbow pain, especially, in the age group of 1 to 7 years. Well, the chances are that the child is suffering from a dislocated elbow or a pulled […]
What are the Common Causes of Limping in Children?
In certain instances, all children suffer from limping during the growth phase. The limp occurs because of a mild infection that can heal on its own. Limping that lasts more than a week and does not heal on its causes many challenges for doctors during diagnosis and treatment. However, the parents must consider visiting a […]