Often these problems are variations of normal developmental patterns and do not represent an underlying disease. In such cases, the child's growth and patterns of walking, posture, and muscular development need to be observed over time in order to establish whether the child's growth pattern will return to normal spontaneously. A small percentage of children have birth defects. These include spinal problems such as spina bifida , limb deformities such as clubfoot , or other congentital defects such as extra fingers or toes. Pediatric Orthopedists frequently follow these children through years of growth and into adult life.
Children often break bones.
With these fractures there is often a potential injury to the growth centers of the skeleton. Pediatric Orthopedists evaluate the child for potential growth problems that may happen after the injury heals and treat growth disturbance if it occurs. Appropriate treatment of fractures, sprains and dislocations can ensure minimal disturbance of function and a quick return to normal childhood growth and activity. Pediatric Sports Injuries Pediatric Sports Medicine is an important part of health care. Children who engage in activities like soccer, karate, and skateboarding may have acute injuries such as broken bones, sprains, and dislocations.