What is pediatric orthopedics?
Pediatric orthopedics is the medical care that focuses on fixing problems with bones, joints, backs, or muscles in babies, children, and teenagers. These problems can be something a child is born with or caused by accidents, hard physical activity, or problems with growth. While regular bone problems in kids can sometimes be treated by a regular doctor, special pediatric orthopedic doctors are needed for certain complex conditions.
This type of care is harder than general orthopedic care because children’s bones grow fast and are very flexible, unlike adult bones which are stiff. Some bone and muscle problems happen only in children, and it can be hard to figure out what’s wrong because children might have a tough time explaining their pain or discomfort.
What Types of Problems Do Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeons Treat?
Children can have many problems with their bones, muscles, and joints. While simple problems can be treated by regular doctors, more serious issues need care from pediatric orthopedic specialists. You should get help right away if your child has any of these:
- Spine problems like scoliosis, kyphosis, or lordosis
- Neuromuscular conditions such as cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy
- Crooked arms or legs, or legs that are different lengths
- Hip problems like Perthes Disease, SCFE, or hip dysplasia
- Knee problems including ACL injuries, OCD, meniscus tears, or patellar instability
- Infections or tumors in bones or joints
- Broken bones, bone cysts, or sports injuries
- Shoulder problems like SLAP tears
- Developmental delays or Down’s syndrome
Pediatric orthopedic surgeons are trained to find, treat, and manage these conditions. Some problems, especially those caused by developmental delays, may need several types of treatments working together.
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeons: Specialty Care for Children
Children’s bones and muscles need special care because they are still growing and changing. Sometimes children can’t clearly say how they feel because they don’t have the words yet or they might be scared. That’s why pediatric orthopedic doctors carefully check each child’s condition and choose the best treatment, which might be surgery or other methods. These doctors understand the challenges of growing bones and, when needed, create a recovery plan that includes the child’s family to give full support. For some bone or muscle problems, they might work with other specialists to provide the best care possible.
Our Pediatric Orthopedic Specialists
A healthcare center is only as good as its doctors, and SCI is one of the best. Our Pediatric Orthopedic Department is headed by some of the top pediatric orthopedic surgeons in Delhi. These experts have degrees and special training from well-known institutes and lots of experience treating bone and muscle problems in children. They are also members of important medical groups and have won many awards for their work.
Dr. Vishal Dutt Gour
MBBS , MS - General Surgery , MCh - Urology
- Pain Management Specialist
- 22+ Years Years Experience
Dr. Gautam Banga
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, MCh - Urology Urologist, Andrologist, Urological Surgeon
- Pain Management Specialist
- 13+ Years Years Experience
FAQs
Pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing and treating bone, joint, back, and muscle problems in children from infancy to teenagers, including congenital deformities and injuries.
Consult a pediatric orthopedic surgeon if your child has bone deformities, limb differences, spine issues like scoliosis, fractures, neuromuscular problems, or unexplained pain and growth abnormalities.
Children’s bones are still growing and more flexible, so treatment must consider growth and development. Pediatric orthopedics also handles unique childhood conditions not seen in adults.
Not always. Many conditions are treated non-surgically with braces or physical therapy. Surgery is done when necessary to correct deformities or improve function safely.
Yes, rehabilitation and physical therapy are often important parts of recovery to restore movement, strength, and function after treatment.
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Dr. Vishal Dutt Gour is the Consultant Urologist and Male Fertility Specialist at SCI International Hospital. After graduating as a doctor from Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital in Mumbai, Dr. Gour gained his General Surgery and Urology Specialist qualifications from B J Medical College and Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad. He was awarded the Shri Dhirajlal Desai Medal for first in M.Ch (Urology).
