Pediatric Orthopedics

Pediatric orthopedics is a subspecialty focused on treating children's bones, muscles, and joints. It addresses body conditions for young children while in the growing process. Pediatric orthopedic surgeons perform surgeries and provide alternative therapies like casts and braces, specializing in children's musculoskeletal needs.

Pediatric Orthopedics Services at Medicover Hospitals

Medicover offers advanced pediatric orthopedic services, addressing various musculoskeletal problems with comprehensive, child-specific care. Their highly qualified team provides compassionate, high-quality treatment. With advanced training in minimally invasive surgery, biologics, and regenerative medicine, Medicover achieves positive outcomes for complex orthopedic disorders in children.

Common Conditions in Pediatric Orthopedics

Pediatric orthopedic surgeons commonly treat the following conditions:

• Congenital Disorders
• Growth-Related Diseases
• Fractures
• Infections
• Neurological Disorders

What conditions do a pediatric orthopedic treat?

Below are some examples of conditions that we treat for pediatric orthopedic:

• Spinal deformities
• Arm and leg deformities
• Deformities of the musculoskeletal system
• Hip dysplasia
• Deformity of lower limbs

Diagnostic and Treatments

Diagnostic Techniques

Pediatric orthopedists use a variety of diagnostic methods to identify musculoskeletal conditions in children. These may include imaging techniques such as:

• X-rays
• MRI
• CT scans

Along with physical examinations and evaluations of medical history.

Treatment Options

The sub-specialty offers a range of treatments, including:

• Alternative Therapies: Such as physical therapy, casts, and limb braces.
• Medications: To manage pain and inflammation.
• Surgical Procedures: Including minimally invasive techniques to correct and manage conditions.