Medical articles from Mr Darius Rad

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03/04/2023

Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon

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.

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17/11/2022

Mr Darius Rad

Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon

What's the recovery time for a child’s sprained ankle?

Have you recently noticed that your child has been struggling to bear their full leg weight on the ground? If so, they may have suffered an ankle sprain, and might require medical attention. Here, esteemed paediatric orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Darius Rad, answers the question: 'What's the recovery time for an ankle sprain in a child?'

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16/08/2022

Mr Darius Rad

Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon

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.

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13/07/2022

Mr Darius Rad

Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon

Patellar instability: anterior knee pain with or without unstable kneecaps in children

Knee problems are frequent during a child’s growth, especially in those who play contact sports. Of these pathologies, a dislocated patella is among the most common. Here to provide a comprehensive overview of patellar instability is Mr Darius Rad, consultant paediatric orthopaedic surgeon with specialist interest in knee sports injuries.