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What is Pediatric Orthopedics?

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Pediatric orthopedics is a medical specialty that deals with the bones, muscles and joints of children. In this department, issues such as congenital or acquired orthopedic problems, injuries, deformities, growth disorders and movement limitations in children are examined. Yücelen Hospitals Pediatric orthopedic specialists monitor the healthy bone and muscle development of children, apply early diagnosis and treatment methods and try to prevent orthopedic problems that may occur in children.

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Which Diseases Does the Pediatric Orthopedics Department Treat?

The pediatric orthopedics department treats various diseases and conditions in children. Here are some examples:

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1. Congenital orthopedic problems: Congenital foot deformities (pes planus, pes cavus), hip dysplasia, cerebral palsy are treated in the pediatric orthopedics department.

2. Injuries: Conditions such as fractures, sprains, dislocations, sports injuries, which are common in children, are treated in the pediatric orthopedics department.

3. Growth disorders: Growth disorders in children and conditions affecting the normal growth of bones are monitored and treated in the pediatric orthopedics department.

4. Scoliosis and spinal deformities: Spinal curvature (scoliosis), congenital or acquired deformities of the spine are treated in the pediatric orthopedics department.

5. Spina bifida: Congenital spinal and nervous system anomalies such as spina bifida are followed up and treated in the pediatric orthopedics department.

6. Dysmorphologic syndromes: Bone and joint anomalies resulting from congenital genetic disorders are treated in the pediatric orthopedics department. Examples include Down syndrome and Turner syndrome.

7. Rheumatologic diseases: Rheumatic diseases in children, especially juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA), are followed and treated in the pediatric orthopedics department.

8. Sports injuries: Sports injuries, which are common among children and young people, are treated in the pediatric orthopedics department. Especially injuries related to sports such as soccer, basketball and gymnastics are treated in this department.

9. Bone tumors: Rare bone tumors in children are diagnosed and treated in the pediatric orthopedics department. Examples include bone cancers such as osteosarcoma and Ewing sarcoma.

10. Foot related problems: Foot problems are common in children. These include flat feet, clubfoot (pes cavo varus), curvature of the toes (hammertoe, hallux valgus). In the pediatric orthopedics department, these foot problems are evaluated and appropriate treatment methods are applied.

11. Spinal injuries: Although spinal injuries are rare in children, they can occur in situations such as falls, sports activities or traffic accidents. Spinal injuries are evaluated and treated in the pediatric orthopedics department.

12. Bone infections: Although bone infections are rare in children, infections called osteomyelitis can occur. In this case, the pediatric orthopaedic department will apply the necessary treatment methods to treat the infection and allow the bones to heal.

13. Joint diseases: In addition to rheumatic diseases, children can also develop joint diseases. For example, a joint inflammatory condition called juvenile idiopathic arthritis can occur in childhood. In this case, the pediatric orthopedics department tries to protect the child's joint health by creating an appropriate treatment plan.

14. Bone fractures: Bone fractures are common in children due to an active and mobile lifestyle. Depending on the age of the child and the type of fracture, the pediatric orthopedics department applies appropriate treatment methods and ensures bone healing.

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These are just a few examples, but the pediatric orthopaedic department treats a wide range of orthopaedic problems that can occur in children. These diseases and conditions are among those treated in the pediatric orthopaedic department. Pediatric orthopaedic specialists use a variety of treatment methods to maintain and improve the health of children's bones, muscles and joints.

 

What are the Treatment Methods Applied in Pediatric Orthopedics Department?

The treatment methods used in pediatric orthopedics may vary depending on the age of the child, the type and severity of the disease.

 

1. Conservative treatment: In mild orthopedic problems or in some cases, conservative treatment can be applied with methods such as medication, physical therapy, exercises and immobilization (splints, casts). This treatment method is usually used for conditions such as bone fractures, sprains and muscle strains.

 

2. Surgical treatment: Some orthopedic problems may require surgical intervention. Surgical treatment is usually used for conditions such as severe bone fractures, spinal deformities, hip dysplasia, congenital foot deformities, cerebral palsy. Surgical intervention may be performed to correct bone deformities and muscle shortness and contractures, or it may involve the placement of implants or the use of joint prostheses.

 

3. Use of orthoses and prostheses: In some cases, specially designed devices may be used to support or correct children's movement. For example, orthoses (supportive devices) or prostheses (artificial devices) may be used. This is a treatment to restore the child's normal movement or to correct deformities.

 

4. Physical therapy and rehabilitation: In the pediatric orthopaedics department, children can undergo physical therapy and rehabilitation programs to increase muscle strength, improve flexibility and improve mobility. These programs may include methods such as exercises, massage, electrotherapy, hot-cold therapy. In the pre- and post-operative surgical period, physiotherapy programs appropriate for the child's surgery and development are applied.

 

5. Medication: Some orthopaedic problems, especially in cases of inflammation, pain or infection, can be treated with medication. This can take the form of oral medication, injections or topical applications.

 

These treatment methods are commonly used in pediatric orthopaedics. However, the treatment method is determined individually according to the condition and needs of each patient. Yücelen Hospitals pediatric orthopedics department offers the most appropriate treatment options for the patient with its specialist physicians.

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What are Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeries?

Pediatric orthopedic surgeries refer to surgical interventions used in the treatment of various orthopedic problems that occur in children.

1. Bone fractures: Bone fractures are common in children and may require surgical intervention in some cases. Surgical treatment may be used especially for complex fractures, open fractures or fractures of large bones. Surgery is an intervention to correct the fracture and fix the bones in the proper position.

2. Congenital foot deformities: Congenital foot deformities such as pes planus (flat feet), pes cavus (high arches), metatarsus adductus can be treated with pediatric orthopedic surgery. The surgery may involve correcting tendons or bones to correct the foot structure and ensure a normal gait.

3. Spinal deformities: Spinal deformities such as scoliosis (curvature of the spine) and kyphosis (hunchback) can be treated with pediatric orthopedic surgery. Surgery involves surgical intervention to straighten and correctly align the spine. These surgeries are usually performed in growing children.

4. Hip dysplasia: Congenital hip dysplasia refers to a mismatch between the hip joint and associated structures. In this case, pediatric orthopedic surgery is used to correct the hip joint and restore it to a normal position. These operations are usually performed in infancy or early childhood.

5. Dysmorphologic syndromes: Bone and joint anomalies resulting from congenital genetic disorders can be corrected by pediatric orthopedic surgery. For example, surgical interventions can be performed to correct deformities that occur due to syndromes such as Down syndrome and Turner syndrome.

6. Cerebral Palsy :  Cerebral palsy is a group of neurological disorders that occur as a result of a brain injury during the development of the brain. In this condition, the muscles and nerves that control body movements are affected. These surgeries are usually performed to regulate muscle tone, relax muscles, correct contractures of muscles or correct joint deformities. The surgeries are usually performed during childhood because better results can be achieved as brain development continues.

 

Pediatric orthopedic surgeries include surgical interventions used in the treatment of various orthopedic problems seen in children. In Yücelen Hospitals pediatric orthopedics department, each surgery is individually determined depending on the condition and needs of the child.

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