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Paediatric orthopaedics
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By Mr Colin Nnadi
07.03.24
Paediatric orthopaedics
Early onset scoliosis: Why it’s important to seek assistance
Leading adult and paediatric spinal deformity surgeon Mr Colin Nnadi discusses early onset scoliosis in children, including symptoms, treatment and diagnosis, in this informative article.
By Mr Nigel Kiely
05.07.23
Paediatric orthopaedics
Intoeing: everything parents need to know
Intoeing is a common condition found in young children and toddlers. In his latest online article, consultant paediatric orthopaedic surgeon Mr Nigel Kiely offers his expert insight into this condition.
By Mr Nigel Kiely
27.04.23
Paediatric orthopaedics
Knee pain in children: what are the warning signs?
You may associate knee pain with elderley people but did you know that it occurs quite commonly in children? We speak to leading consultant paediatric orthopaedic surgeon Mr Nigel Kiely about knee pain in children, including causes, “red flags” and treatment.
By Mr Darius Rad
03.04.23
Paediatric orthopaedics
Paediatric cerebral palsy: an expert's guide
Paediatric cerebral palsy is a disease that can be debilitating in severe cases. In our latest online interview, renowned paediatric orthopaedic surgeon Mr Darius Rad explains this condition in detail, offering his insight into the symptoms, diagnosis and management of paediatric cerebral palsy.
By Mr Sam Weston-Simons
10.11.22
Paediatric orthopaedics
What problems can cavovarus foot cause?
In this article, revered London-based paediatric orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Sam Weston-Simons, discusses what cavovarus foot is, whether it is hereditary, if treatment is necessary, and when surgery should be considered.
By Mr Darius Rad
16.08.22
Paediatric orthopaedics
Tarsal coalition: does your child have ongoing foot pain?
Tarsal coalition is a foot condition, more frequent in teenagers, that can limit function and affect wellbeing. Mr Darius Rad, consultant paediatric orthopaedic surgeon, provides an expert insight into a tarsal coalition, including what exactly is a tarsal coalition, what are common locations and how a tarsal coalition is treated.
By Mr Sam Weston-Simons
12.07.22
Paediatric orthopaedics
Skeletal dysplasia: getting to the bones of it
Skeletal dysplasia, a term that encompasses various yet rare genetic disorders, can affect the development of a baby's bones, joints, and cartilage. Leading London-based consultant paediatric orthopaedic surgeon Mr Sam Weston-Simons, explains these conditions in detail. He discusses the impact it can have on a child's life, when it is most commonly diagnosed, some of the most common causes, and how to treat it.
By Mr Thomas Crompton
01.02.22
Paediatric orthopaedics
Guided growth surgery for lower limb deformity
Consultant paediatric orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Thomas Crompton explains what bow-legs are, what causes them, how they are diagnosed and how they can be treated, if necessary.
By Mr Thomas Crompton
20.09.21
Paediatric orthopaedics
Falling flat? Misconceptions about flat feet
Some people's perception of having flat feet may not involve being a sporting legend, but did you know both Cristiano Ronaldo and Usain Bolt have them? Consultant orthopaedic surgeon and paediatric specialist, Mr Thomas Crompton, provides reassurance for parents who may be concerned about problems leading from flat feet and discusses how, on the whole, children having them is completely normal - and how they could be the feet of future champions.
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