Why intoeing occurs in children and the right treatment for intoeing?
Have you seen children with their feet turned inwards when walking and/or running? Normally, toes should point straight ahead but instead they turn inwards and are referred to as being ‘pigeon toed’. Intoeing in children is first noticed by their parents usually when the children begin to walk. Intoeing conditions resolve on their own in […]
Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis – Occurrence, Treatment & Complications
Pre-teens and teenagers are most likely to suffer from the slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) condition, implying an early-onset of hip osteoarthritis. In SCFE condition, the ball at the head of the thighbone slips in a backward direction from the neck of the bone. Early diagnosis and suitable treatment are a must for a patient […]
Why Choose a Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon for Bone and Joint Problems in a Child?
A pediatric orthopedic doctor is a specialist who evaluates and treats musculoskeletal problems in a child. A child’s musculoskeletal system is different from an adult. When children grow, their musculoskeletal system also grows. During their growth period, a child may face deformities and injuries in their bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons. These problems include bone […]
Which is the Right Milk for a Kid?
There are several reasons why a mother’s milk is considered to be the safest and healthiest option for a baby. The developing immune system of the baby can not only easily digest mother’s breast milk, but it is also an ultimate source of nutrition for the child. However, there are many situations where breastfeeding is […]