Paediatrician's Section
Pulled Elbow in Children
Pulled Elbow or “Nursemaids Elbow” is common in young children between 1 and 4 years of age.It is rare beyond the age of 6 years. It is due to the annular ligament of the radial head becoming stretched and entrapped.The treatment is by reduction in flexion and supination
FAQs on Ponseti treatment for clubfoot
what is new in the treatment of clubfoot Answered in frequently asked questions mode with answers from recent literature
Trigger thumb/ trigger fingers in children
Trigger thumb and fingers are common hand conditions in children. The present article provides current thought process and management guidelines for clinicians
What is Osteogenesis Imperfecta
What is Osteogenesis Imperfecta?
Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a genetic disorder characterized by fragile bones that break easily. It is also known as “brittle bone disease.” A person is born with this disorder and is affected throughout his or her life time.
What causes OI
OI is caused by an error called a mutation on a gene that [...]
