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Internal and external fixation after closing wedge osteotomy yielded reliable outcomes
Published results showed either internal or external fixation after lateral closing-wedge corrective osteotomy yielded reliable outcomes with a low rate of complications and satisfactory functional results in pediatric patients with cubitus varus.On : 21-May-2020- Source : Healio -
10 MUST HAVE TOYS FOR WRIST EXTENSION AND STABILITY
A p e d i a t r i c O c c u p a t i o n a l T h e r a p i s t k n o w s t h a t w i t h f u n c t i o n c o m e s F U N . W h o p u t t h e f u n i n t h e f u n c t i o n a l s k i l l s s o u n d s l i k e a l i n e f r o m a n o l d i e s t u ...On : 21-May-2020- Source : The OT Toolbox -
Autograft choice influences ACL reconstruction rates of young athletes
Young athletes have a higher chance of subsequent ACL graft revision years after initial reconstruction if opting for a hamstring tendon autograft rather than a bone-patella-bone autograft, according to findings from a recently published study.On : 21-May-2020- Source : Healio -
Surgery for medial epicondyle fractures yielded excellent function minimal pain in pediatric patients
Operative treatment of medial epicondyle fractures may lead to excellent upper extremity function and minimal pain interference among most pediatric patients, according to results.On : 21-May-2020- Source : Healio -
How to Prevent 7 Common Pediatric Injuries
Being cooped up at home due to social distancing could put kids at higher risk of getting hurt. An expert offers tips for avoiding emergency room visits.On : 21-May-2020- Source : Michigan Health -
Types of Elbow Fractures in Children
Broken elbows are common injuries in children. Many activities kids participate in making their elbows vulnerable to injury. Furthermore, there are several growth plates (areas of bone that are actively growing) around the elbow joint. These growth plates are susceptible to injury. Children who have...On : 21-May-2020- Source : Verywell Health -
Cast treatment may increase complications among children with distal fibula fracture ankle sprain
Study results showed a large variation in the treatment of ankle sprains and Salter-Harris 1 distal fibula fractures by pediatric orthopedic surgeons, with increased complications found with cast treatment and continued pain reported as a common complication for both treatments.On : 21-May-2020- Source : Healio -
Orthopedic surgeon advises when to take your child to the emergency department
An orthopedic surgeon is advising when to take your child to the emergency department.On : 21-May-2020- Source : NBC 10 WJAR -
Diagnosis and Operative Treatment of Peroneal Tendon Tears
Peroneal tendon tears are a common but under-recognized source of ankle pain and dysfunction. Recognition of the characteristic symptoms, physical findings, and imaging results of peroneal tendon tears is essential for accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment. This review article focuses on diag...On : 21-May-2020- Source : Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics -
Position of the Posteromedial Ankle Structures in Patients Indicated for Total Ankle Replacement
The posteromedial ankle structures are at risk during total ankle replacement (TAR). The purpose of our study was to investigate the distance of these structures from the posterior cortex of the tibia and talus in order to determine their anatomy at different levels of bone resection during a TAR an...On : 21-May-2020- Source : Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics