The CDRC Orthopedic Program conducts several clinics that provide diagnostic assesment, treatment and consultative services for children with congential, developmental or acquired orthopedic anomalies. The program welcomes referrals from patients, parents, physicians, health care agencies, schools and other professionals. Expertise Available Members of the Division of Orthopedics and Rehabilitiation at OHSU staff the clinics in the Orthopedic Program. Their expertise as pediatric orhtopedists is augmented by a physical therapist, an occupational therapist, an orthotist and a social worker in the clinic setting. Specialists from other CDRC clinical programs are available to provide consutlation as needed.
Problems commonly seen include club feet, hip dislocation and gait abnormality.
A certified orthotist works closely with the spine specialist to manage brace treatment. An occupational therapist participates in this clinic and provides assessment and therapy as needed. This is a specialized diagnostic and treatment clinic that includes participation by orthopedists, pediatric endocrinologists and a geneticist to address the special problems associated with short stature, unusual growth problems and bone dysplasias. Treatment includes hormone therapy, surgical correction of deformity and genetic counseling. A developmental physical therapist works closely with the orthopedist to provide management and to coordinate care in the community.