Pediatric Orthopaedics
Pediatric Orthopaedics
Pediatric orthopaedics focuses on musculoskeletal issues in children from birth to adolescence, addressing congenital deformities, developmental conditions, trauma, infections, and tumors. Children’s bones grow rapidly with open growth plates, allowing remarkable remodeling potential but requiring specialized care to avoid long-term complications.
Dr. Pradeep Kumar, with expertise in joint replacement and musculoskeletal oncology extended to pediatrics, manages common conditions like clubfoot (Ponseti casting), developmental dysplasia of the hip (Pavlik harness), scoliosis (bracing or fusion), limb length discrepancies (epiphysiodesis or lengthening), cerebral palsy gait abnormalities, and pediatric fractures/tumors.
Non-operative approaches (casting, bracing, physiotherapy) predominate, with surgery reserved for progressive or severe cases using growth-friendly techniques like expandable implants or external fixators.
Early intervention maximizes outcomes, preventing disability. Parental involvement in compliance is crucial. If your child has limp, asymmetry, pain, or deformity, seek expert evaluation—modern pediatric orthopaedics restores normal growth and function.