When you should see an orthopedic traumatologist
In the first years of a child's life, it is necessary to be examined by an orthopedist to monitor how the joints and bones develop in accordance with age, whether the natural curves of the spine are properly formed, whether there are any developmental abnormalities.
The first scheduled consultation with a pediatric orthopedist-traumatologist should be held in the maternity hospital, then it is recommended to visit a specialist in 1, 3, 6 months of life, in the year, 6, 12, and 16 years. These are periods of active development of the skeletal system, so to prevent abnormalities that can be easily eliminated at an early age due to the plasticity of the musculoskeletal system, consultation with a pediatric orthopedist-traumatologist is mandatory!
For the parents of babies less than one year of age
Some of the most common birth defects in children under 1 year of age are:
Myogenic torticollis (congenital) and positional torticollis (acquired) can be suspected if some signs are present that take some time to manifest (while a baby and a mom are in a maternity clinic), but within a few weeks after the birth of a child. The following symptoms manifesting within the first weeks of baby’s life can indicate the presence of the muscular infant torticollis, when the baby’s head holds a forced curved position:
- onset of tumidity 1.5–2 cm in size in the neck area (along the sternocleidomastoid muscle); the tumidity often emerges from 3rd to 6th week of baby’s life;
- complete impossibility to turn the baby's head in any direction that has manifested at the same time as the tumidity..
Hip dysplasia of a child can emerge influenced by a number of factors:
- breech presentation;
- baby’s weight exceeding 4 kg;
- traumatizing labor.
The sooner the pathology is revealed and the relevant corrective measures are taken, the more effective they are. Hip dysplasia of children older than 1 year progresses rarely, but advanced dysplasia can affect the development of the whole locomotor apparatus of the child and impact the quality of life in future.
Only an experienced pediatric orthopedist can determine the accurate diagnosis, however, there are signs that will help a mom to suspect the development of the pathology:
- the hip joint is obstructed when turned,
- asymmetrical folds on posterior surface of the femur,
- apparent difference in the length of child’s legs.
You can suspect the clubfoot of a child less than one year of age if:
- a child has a С-shape foot;
- attempts to gently extend the child’s foot and correct its shape have no result;
- feet are distorted.
Pathologies of preschool and younger schoolchildren
Reasons for presenting for a consultation by a pediatric orthopedist are as follows:
Any visual curvature of leg joints can be the reason to consult a pediatric orthopedist: X bain or bowleg. A consultation is also needed if:
- deformity is visible only on one leg;
- deformity has not lessened after the age of 5 or 6 years;
- deformity aggravates with age.
Walking on tiptoes is also a red flag and a reason to see an orthopedist if:
- a child walks constantly on tiptoes;
- a child over 2 years of age walks on tiptoes periodically.
Suspected flat foot
Flat foot of children can be not only acquired but also congenital. It is difficult for parents to determine if their child under 3 years of age has this problem, that is why a consultation of an orthopedic traumatologist is required to exclude the pathology or to provide a corrective treatment.
- the child complains of pains in feet;
- flat foot of the children under 5 years of age is rigid (fixed): the shape of a foot does not change and the arch does not extend even if the child is seated or laid;
- flat foot is mobile, which means that the height reduction of the arch of the foot increases if the child is not standing, but sitting or lying, and also standing on tiptoes. Only a specialist can determine if the condition requires further correction and the type of correction;
- a 5-year-old child has a pronounced flat foot.
Specialists of Dobrobut clinic chain will provide the corrective treatment of children’s flat foot and give their recommendations on preventive measures.
An orthopedic traumatologist will help in diagnosing and choosing the correct treatment in case of the following diseases and conditions:
Diseases:
- Systemic skeletal diseases;
- Localized diseases such as congenital diseases of upper and lower extremities, diseases of vertebral column, scoliosis included;
- Poliomyelitis and its consequences;
- Infantile cerebral paralysis (Little's disease);
- Bone and joint diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, arthrosis, osteoarticular tuberculosis, osteochondrosis, osteochondropathy;
- Benign tumors (lipoma, fibroma, osteoma, etc.);
Consequences of injuries:
- Soft tissue injuries (impact injuries, strains, tendon ruptures, etc.);
- Dislocations, incomplete dislocations of upper and lower extremities, ribs, chest;
- Fractures of upper and lower extremities, ribs, chest, etc.;
- pinal and pelvic injuries.
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Urgent visit to a pediatric traumatologist
If the child has symptoms of musculoskeletal disorders should be unscheduled, and as soon as possible to consult a specialist.
- different lengths of arms or legs;
- asymmetric buttock folds in infants;
- the curvature of the spine or neck;
- restriction of movements of the head and extremities;
- deformities of joints and bones;
- posture disorders (stooping, skew in the shoulder girdle or waist);
- pain in the joints or bones when walking or in a stationary position;
- clubfoot;
- hand motility disorders.
It is also necessary to seek the help of a specialist in case of dislocations, fractures, and other injuries, if rickets, cerebral palsy, birth injuries are suspected.
It is necessary to show the child to the orthopedist before the beginning of employment at a school or sports section, after all only the doctor will be able to define, what level of physical activity is admissible.
Dobrobut Medical Center offers to undergo a scheduled or unscheduled examination by the best pediatric orthopedists-traumatologists of Kyiv. Our specialists are leading in the field of pediatric traumatology and orthopedics, regularly attend conferences and refresher courses in Ukraine and abroad. The clinic is equipped with modern diagnostic equipment, which allows for a quality examination and treatment to be as safe and effective as possible.
By contacting us, you are guaranteed to receive a solution to the problem, professionalism and attention, quality service, prompt service, a pleasant atmosphere, and all this at the most loyal and affordable prices in Kyiv.
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