
A Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon is dedicated to the care of musculoskeletal problems in children and adolescents.. Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery is a valuable and powerful tool in the rehabilitation armamentarium for improving musculoskeletal function in several childhood disorders.
Disorders treated:
o Traumatic injuries
o Bone and Joint Infections
o Neuromuscular Disorders, e.g., Cerebral Palsy, Poliomyelitis, Spina Bifida, Muscle Dystrophy
o Congenital Malformations, e.g., Club Foot, Congenital Vertical Talus, DDH, etc.
o Spinal problems
o Limb Deformities, e.g., Bow legs, Knock knees, Torsional problems, Flat Feet, etc.
o Perthes disease, Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Coxa vara
o Burns Contractures
o Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
o Sports Injuries
o Postural disorders, including Backpack injuries and Computer Related Injuries