What does the pediatric orthopedist treat?

Osteopathy for children aged 1 to 6 years is the best treatment method. It is used on newborns immediately after birth, which can prevent many health problems in the future.

Pediatric orthopedist and trauma surgeon

A pediatric orthopedist is a doctor who is engaged in the prevention and elimination (functional restoration) of various congenital and acquired malformations of the musculoskeletal system in children.

At the Rostochek Medical Center, children from the age of 1 month are treated by an orthopedist and traumatologist. For all children under 1 year old, a consultation with a pediatric orthopedist is essential.

But regardless of your child's age, you should consult a specialist immediately if you notice changes in your child's gait, pain when walking or poor posture.

A pediatric trauma surgeon should be consulted in the following cases:

• if the baby's buttocks are asymmetrical when he lies on his stomach and the length of his legs varies;
• if the baby repeatedly turns his head in the same direction and tilts it on one shoulder;
• the child stands on the outside or inside of the foot when standing on its feet;
• The child has noticeably less use of a limb;
• It does not move the legs or moves them insufficiently (with the thighs pointing outwards);
• A characteristic popping or clicking sound can be heard when it moves its arms or legs.

• asymmetry of the shoulder blades;
• asymmetry of waist circumference;
• Complaints of back pain or joint pain when walking;
• Twitching of shoes on the outside or inside;
• Changes in the chest (bulging or indentation of the breastbone);
• Stiffness, discomfort and clicking when walking;
• feeling of heaviness and abnormal gait rhythm;
• stooping and obvious postural abnormalities;
• foot deformities;
• upper limb abnormalities;
• The habit of sitting in a physiologically abnormal, awkward posture.

Orthopedist and orthopedics

Orthopedics is the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedists specialize in problems with posture, gait and changes in the shape of the foot. They treat patients suffering from the consequences of various injuries. Consultation with an orthopedist is necessary for congenital or acquired anomalies that lead to difficulties in active movements and cause excessive stress on the spine and joints.

• determining the correct diagnosis;
• prescribing the correct treatment;
• Conversations with the patient about lifestyle, physical activity, diet, etc.;
• Monitoring and correcting treatment measures.

Consultation with an orthopedic surgeon in St. Petersburg can occur at the patient's initiative or upon his referral from other specialists. In the latter case, the patient usually has some discomfort. In order to detect diseases of the musculoskeletal system at an early stage, doctors and orthopedists carry out preventive examinations in the population. The latter are particularly important for school-age children, as most orthopedic problems occur at a young age. A competent pediatric orthopedist detects pre-existing disorders, which allows timely correction and prevention of the development of the disease.

In our country, there is an orthopedist in practically every hospital or health center, so an adult can make an appointment with him. Such specialists can also be found in many private centers.

Unlike an orthopedist, an osteopath in St. Petersburg can treat many orthopedic diseases more effectively without prescribing medications, using a scalpel or various medical devices.

Orthopedic classification

Modern orthopedics includes four specialist areas:

1. Clinical (conservative and surgical treatment of all diseases of the spine, joints, bones, ligaments and muscles);
2. Restorative (rehabilitation of the patient after injuries and operations);
3. Functional (to restore the function of a specific area of the musculoskeletal system)
4. Sports (orthopedic advice to athletes before competitions, participation in the development of safe functional devices, etc.).

Orthopedics is also divided into pediatric and adult orthopedics and includes a number of subspecialties (phthesis, arthrology, vertebrology, bone oncology, orthopedic dentistry, etc.).

In Russia, orthopedics is closely related to osteopathy, and in St. Petersburg an orthopedic surgeon may refer a patient to an osteopath for advice and treatment. Before making an appointment with a doctor, you should find out about his specialization and profile. Orthopedics interacts with a wide range of related medical and non-medical sciences to ensure that everyone living in or coming to St. Petersburg receives high-quality and high-tech treatment.

Pediatric orthopedist/traumatologist

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Discussion with the parents of the child/children about complaints, pain symptoms, congenital/inherited diseases, injuries, operations, serious impact injuries. Visual examination of the child's body, assessing the alignment of the spine, joints, gait, asymmetry of the body, mobility and range of motion of the joints and limbs. Referral for examinations (tests, ultrasound, x-rays, MRI, CT, etc.) and/or appointment for treatment. Duration: 20-30 minutes.

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Consultation for the same condition based on examinations (tests, ultrasound, X-ray, MRI, CT, etc.). Monitoring and/or adjusting treatment. Duration: 20-30 minutes.

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Discussion with the parents of the child/children about the complaints, the presence of pain symptoms, congenital/inherited diseases, trauma, operations, serious impact injuries.
Visual examination of the child's body, assessment of the position of the spine, joints, gait, body asymmetry, mobility and range of motion of joints and limbs.
Referral for examinations (tests, ultrasound, X-ray, MRI, CT, etc.) and/or prescription of treatment. Duration – 20-30 minutes.

Interviewing the parents of the child/children about complaints, presence of pain symptoms, congenital/permanent diseases, trauma, operations, severe impact injuries. Visual examination of the child's body, assessing the position of the spine, joints, gait, body asymmetry, mobility and range of motion of joints and limbs. Referral for examinations (tests, ultrasound, x-rays, MRI, CT, etc.) and/or appointment for treatment. Duration 20-30 minutes.

SYMPTOMS IN CHILDREN AGE 0-18 WHICH REQUIRE CONSULTATION WITH A CHILDREN’S ACCIDENT SURGEON

• Pelvis is tilted towards the sacrum
• the back sways - the child finds it difficult to keep a straight back
• Misalignment of the shoulders - one shoulder is higher than the other, abnormal position of the arms
• frequent headaches after mental and physical exertion
• Persistent pain in the back, legs, feet and hips after walking or running, with cramps and swelling
• Changes in gait, limping on one leg, morning stiffness, swelling of the joint
• Retardation - after the age of 1, the child walks slowly and unsteadily and falls repeatedly
• Problems with fine motor skills
• Visible enlargement/bulging of the joints

The doctor analyzes the child's medical history and asks the parents about the child's complaints and pain symptoms. It is important that the pediatric orthopedist is aware of congenital anomalies of the musculoskeletal system, congenital injuries, injuries, surgeries, concussions, possible injuries and complications after serious impacts, accidents, etc.

During the examination, the doctor uses special tests to visually assess the condition of the spine, posture, pelvis and feet, gait, body asymmetry and joint mobility.

To make a diagnosis and recommend treatment, the orthopedic trauma surgeon may recommend additional diagnostics - X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound of the hip (in newborns), ultrasound of the joints, biochemical blood tests.

The examination takes 20-30 minutes.

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• Initial examination – treatment of an acute illness or an exacerbation of a chronic illness, preventive examination.
• Repeat visit – a new or subsequent visit to a doctor of the same specialty within 30 calendar days from the date of the first or last visit.

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How often should I see the pediatric orthopedist?

When it comes to pediatric posture abnormalities and their treatment, there are a few things to consider. Firstly, many anomalies form in childhood, so it is important to detect and treat them in a timely manner. Second, most abnormalities are not obvious and do not appear externally at an early stage. Thirdly, abnormalities that are easy to see with the naked eye can be irreversible, so it is better not to forget about preventive examinations.

For the reasons mentioned, it is recommended that children up to the age of 14 be examined by a pediatric orthopedist at least once a year. For children under 1 year old, it is advisable to have an examination every 3 months, as the infant skeleton is most susceptible to deformity. This is called a 'medical examination'. Physical examination.

Children's examination in Krasnoyarsk

In our clinic you can pediatric physical examination – A routine examination in which the orthopedist carries out a comprehensive examination of the child. The child's health and development are examined. The main goal of preventive examinations is the early detection of possible pathologies and diseases so that they can be prevented in a timely manner. In general, examinations are carried out at 1 year, 3 years, 6 years of age and at 2 to 3 year intervals thereafter (depending on the individual child's health status). It is also possible to have a 'yellow card' examination carried out when applying for admission to a kindergarten or school.

The pediatric orthopedist deals with all diseases that affect the musculoskeletal system. The most common include:

• changes in the shape or length of the limbs;
• Stunted or retarded growth;
• spinal deformities;
• movement restrictions in the joints;
• pain in the back, neck, shoulders or legs;
• Noticeable clicking or grinding noise when moving;
• limb injuries;
• Flat feet, clubfoot.

Treatment of scoliosis without surgery and rigid braces

There are four degrees of scoliosis. While the first and second degrees of scoliosis can be at least partially corrected, the following degrees are more difficult to correct. Surgery is often indicated for third and fourth degree scoliosis. As a rule, it is not possible to solve the problem in any other way.

However, the OST doctor has developed his own advanced system for treating scoliosis in children, which does not require surgery and the wearing of rigid braces, which are very uncomfortable for the child.

Treatment of musculoskeletal system diseases in children at Doctor OST is carried out at the highest level. We take a holistic approach to our work, meaning that each patient is treated by several experienced specialists: an orthopedist/traumatologist and a neurologist.

Thanks to our systematic approach and unique treatment technologies, we have achieved excellent results in the treatment of scoliosis in children, even in the most severe and neglected cases! For children of preschool and primary school age, Dr. OST offers the following scoliosis treatment program: therapeutic exercises with modern simulators, manual therapy, water massage and individual sessions with a rehabilitation therapist.

The treatment of scoliosis in adolescents is different. Children aged 9 and over will also be shown 3D stretching on the new generation of the Elite Trac device. This technology for the gentle treatment of scoliosis is unsurpassed and is offered in Russia only at the Doctor OST center in Chelyabinsk and Samara.

The robot gently, precisely and painlessly returns displaced vertebrae to their anatomically correct position. Work on the dislocated vertebra occurs in three dimensions and not in one plane, as other traction devices allow. This allows for clearer and faster dynamics in restoring healthy posture.

Thanks to the innovative Elite Trac technology, the treatment of scoliosis in adolescents at Doctor OST has reached a new level.

WHO TREATS SPINE PAIN?

If you have scoliosis, you need to see a neurologist and an orthopedist/traumatologist. You can make an appointment with a neurologist and an orthopedist/traumatologist at Doctor OST by scheduling a free online consultation or in-person appointment. Only after the conversation, examination and diagnosis can the doctor prescribe the necessary treatment.

Treatment of pediatric scoliosis is provided by Doctor OST specialists in the following cities: Perm, Kazan, Novosibirsk, Samara and Chelyabinsk.

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Features of pediatric osteopathy

Over a long period of time, osteopaths develop a sensitivity that ensures successful diagnosis and effective therapy. With these skills, it is possible to quickly and gently detect and correct abnormalities in the child's body.

Osteopathic therapy consists of several steps. What osteopaths do when treating children

• The use of visceral techniques relieves spasms and regulates the internal organs;
• the use of progressive manual techniques (orthobionics) eliminates pain and dysfunction of the spine, muscles and joints;
• Craniosacral therapy is effective for children with minimal brain dysfunction, delayed speech and psychomotor development.

The manipulations performed are gentle and painless, which is an important condition for sessions with children. Sometimes the osteopath prescribes treatment for a condition other than the one that caused the visit to the doctor. Once the diagnosis is made, the doctor eliminates the original symptoms and corrects the entire body.

Which diseases in children can be treated by an osteopath?

Children's bodies respond well to osteopathic treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system, nervous system, gastrointestinal tract and ENT area.

1. Cerebral palsy. Osteopathy sessions can attenuate the acute phases of cerebral palsy, improve the cerebral/spinal sheaths, stabilize blood circulation and relax muscles.
2. Hyperactivity and neuroses. These symptoms are the most common behavioral disorders. Consistent osteopathic treatment at an early stage ensures the development of normal behavior in old age.
3. Headache. In most cases, headaches are caused by an imbalance in blood flow in the artery that supplies the brain. The osteopath easily and gently corrects the displacement of the skull or neck bones and restores the supply to the meninges.
4. Movement disorders. In 80 % of clinical cases, the movement disorders remain unexplained. Osteopathy often finds the cause in poor mobility of the meninges. The doctor adjusts the muscles and bones and normalizes brain function.
5. Injuries. This is not just about birth injuries, with which up to 85 % children are born, but also those that arise when 'learning about the world' - bruises, falls and so on.
6. Gastrointestinal disorders. Problems with the digestive system can occur during the birth of an infant as a result of birth trauma. Osteopathic therapy normalizes the bony changes in the pelvis/chest and the function of the digestive tract.
7. Developmental delay. Speech disorders occur in 50 % of children aged 1 to 16 years. The osteopathic doctor treats areas damaged at birth or by other causes and restores freedom of movement in cases of delayed speech development. In this case, the treatment success rate is 70 %.
8. Autism. This disease affects 6 out of 1,000 young children. Osteopathy improves the child's intelligence and socialization.

Orthopedic traumatologist (pediatrics)

• congenital pathologies of the musculoskeletal system
• clubfoot
• clubfoot
• flatfoot
• Hip joint changes
• Muscular torticollis (abnormal head posture)
• Bone and joint malformations
• Consequences of congenital and acquired disorders of the central and peripheral nervous system. We help children with musculoskeletal disorders, including cerebral palsy
• chronic inflammatory diseases (osteoarthritis, arthritis, etc.)
• Acute trauma and its consequences (restricted movement of the joints, post-traumatic nerve fiber lesions, pain syndrome)

diagnostic techniques

• specialized ultrasound examination
• digital x-ray examination
• Densitometry (assessment of bone mineral density)
• Computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging (CT, MRI)
• Electroneuromyography (examination of the functional status of muscles and peripheral nerves)

Our doctors take a holistic approach to treatment, and each phase of rehabilitation is carried out by a professional. We have multidisciplinary medical teams (neurologists, physiotherapists, rheumatologists, physiotherapists, rehabilitation therapists, physical therapy doctors) who ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency throughout the treatment.

Our clinic has. 24-hour trauma center for adults and children. All inquiries can be made through the Contact Center at 8-800-234-1003.

Rehabilitation at UMMC-Health will be as effective as possible - all simulators show how well the patient is doing and save a set of exercises for the individual. For more information, visit the website and call: 8 800 234 10 03.

If necessary, the UMMC Children's Health Polyclinic can order orthoses tailored precisely to the child's foot.

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Symptoms for which you should see your child's orthopedist

If problems with a child's joints and musculoskeletal system are identified early enough, there is a good chance of a full recovery. Pediatric traumatology is well developed today. Experienced specialists who are able to solve serious problems in the field of orthopedics work in the children's clinic.

If the following symptoms are suspected, parents should make an appointment with their son or daughter as early as possible:

• pain in the spine, joints, muscles;
• asymmetry in the limbs;
• mobility problems in the hip joints;
• tumors;

• bad posture;
• pain when moving arms or legs;
• swelling of the joints;
• rapid fatigue when moving.

A children's traumatologist in Naro-Fominsk is available throughout the working week. You can make an appointment whenever you want.

This is what a visit looks like

The children's clinic has a calm, friendly atmosphere that promotes the emotional well-being of young patients. At the first consultation, the pediatric orthopedist examines the child, assesses the condition of body tissues, muscle fitness, joint mobility and looks for tumors.

The doctor also interviews the parents and analyzes the medical records. After a detailed analysis of the information obtained, the specialist can issue a referral for additional examinations, ultrasound, X-ray, CT, etc. Once the diagnosis is clarified, appropriate treatment is prescribed.

Modern traumatology and orthopedics make it possible to correct both congenital and acquired defects of the musculoskeletal system. Therapy is always carried out individually using conservative methods; in special cases, surgical intervention is recommended.

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