Scope of Paediatric Orthopaedics

Beyond fractures paediatric orthopaedics deals with congenital and developmental conditions such as limb length discrepancy angular deformities neuromuscular disorders like cerebral palsy and sequelae of childhood infections or trauma If left untreated these conditions can lead to gait abnormalities joint wear back pain and psychosocial difficulties Early evaluation and treatment in childhood can often correct or significantly improve deformities before skeletal maturity

Evaluation of Limb Alignment and Length

The clinic undertakes detailed assessment of limb alignment joint motion gait and neuromuscular control Measurements of limb lengths and mechanical axes are made clinically and on standing radiographs Special long film X rays or scanograms may be used to quantify discrepancies and to plan interventions such as growth modulation or limb lengthening Functional impact on walking sports and daily activities is considered as much as absolute measurements when deciding on timing of treatment

Treatment Options from Growth Modulation to Lengthening

For moderate angular deformities and some limb length discrepancies in growing children guided growth using small plates across one side of a growth plate can gradually correct alignment as the child grows avoiding large osteotomies in some cases More severe deformities or differences may require corrective osteotomy and external fixation using methods such as the Ilizarov technique or other circular frame systems as described earlier

Neuromuscular conditions such as cerebral palsy may need tendon lengthening rotational osteotomies or joint stabilisation to improve gait comfort and care These operations are carefully timed and often planned as multi level procedures to minimise repeated anaesthesia and rehabilitation episodes

Why Choose Livasa Hospitals for Paediatric Orthopaedic Care

Livasa Hospitals provide paediatric orthopaedic expertise across a network in Punjab with outpatient clinics day care facilities and operating theatres equipped for children Multidisciplinary collaboration with paediatrics neurology physiotherapy and occupational therapy ensures that orthopaedic treatment is integrated into the child broader health and development plan

Livasa Hospitals Punjab Network Contact

Livasa Healthcare Group Network of Multi speciality Hospitals in Punjab
Corporate Office Phase 8 Industrial Area Sector 73 Punjab 160071 India