Pediatric Orthopaedics

Physeal Fractures

A physeal fracture refers to a fracture that occurs within the growth plate (physis) of a child’s bone. Fractures to the physis are of concern, because it can lead to complications that impact bone development and length. We specialize in the diagnosis, treatment and management of physeal fractures in children, including less invasive casting methods and, as a last resort, surgery.

Stress Fractures

Just like with adults, children can develop stress fractures in their bones from repetitive activities such as running and jumping. However, their still-growing bones make them even more susceptible to these types of fractures, which most often occur in the spine, legs and feet. We offer expertise in the diagnosis of stress fractures, along with less invasive treatment options that allow your child to heal properly.

Ankle Instability

Repeated sprains in a child’s ankle joint can weaken the ligaments on the outside of the ankle, causing instability or the feeling of the ankle “giving away” during physical activity. It can be painful and uncomfortable, and limit a child’s ability to participate in sports and other activities. We offer a number of conservative pediatric orthopaedic treatment options, and if needed, surgical ligament reconstruction to repair torn ligaments.

Flat Feet

Pediatric flat foot is a condition where a child’s foot has little or no arch. In most cases, the condition is painless, but for some children, it can cause pain–especially when walking, running or standing for long periods of time. Pediatric flat foot doesn’t require surgery and your child will likely grow out of the condition. To help relieve their pain, treatment options include orthotics, physical therapy and medication, and in some cases, lifestyle changes.

Pediatric Orthopaedics: Oncology

Children and adolescents with benign or cancerous bone or soft tissue tumors may require surgery to remove the tumors to save their limb. We specialize in complex bone and soft tissue sarcomas, including osteosarcoma, rhabdomyosarcoma, synovial cell sarcoma, Ewing sarcoma and malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors. We also remove benign tumors in the spine, pelvis, and extremities.