Pediatric Orthopedic
Bones, together with the muscles (muscular system) form the musculoskeletal system and are an important part of the human musculoskeletal system. The functions of bones are not limited to providing body support only, but also, they facilitate body movement, store essential minerals and fats, protect the internal organs, and hematopoiesis, hence maintaining bone health which is very important. Musculoskeletal problems refer to medical issues occurring in the bones, muscles, and joints and can be treated through medications, surgeries, and physiotherapy or rehabilitation.
Our team of Pediatric Orthopaedic Physician in HMS Mirdif Hospital are experts in treating orthopedic injuries, bone and muscle conditions that affects children, adolescents, and young adults. Some have orthopedic issues related to congenital conditions and acquired disorders. That is why it is important to find a specialist who is specially trained to care for your children.
We offer a multidisciplinary team of specialists including physicians, surgeons and physiotherapist treating a wide variety of pediatric orthopedic issues including bone or joint infections, broken bones, skeletal abnormalities and injuries. Our commitment is to support your child every step of the way.
Conditions treated under Pediatric Orthopedics:
- Bone infections
- Gait abnormalities
- Back pain
- Fractures
- Neck disorders and injuries
- Sprains and strains
- Scoliosis
- Spinal deformity
- Spine injuries
- Foot and ankle injuries and disorders
- Knee injuries and disorders
- Hip injuries and disorders, including developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH)
- Leg injuries and disorders, including limb deformities
- Spondylolysis: a condition that occurs when a child sustains a stress fracture to one of the vertebrae of the spine
- Spondylolisthesis: a condition that occurs when there is a slip of the vertebra where a vertebrae stress fracture (spondylolysis) has previously occurred
- Osteogenesis imperfecta: also known as brittle bone disease
- Skeletal dysplasia: a group of conditions that cause abnormal bone development, short stature, unusual limb proportions and other symptoms