Proximal Tibiofibular Joint Dislocation in Children
Limping children are often seen. There are many considerations for the cause. Here is another to consider - Proximal Tibiofibular Joint Dislocation in Children.
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Tibial Tubercle Avulsion Fracture
Growth plates are important, but also increase the risk of bony injury in children. They also make reading the films challenging. Let's review an important fracture that may be easily missed - Tibial Tubercle Avulsion Fracture
Knee Dislocation
This is the 501st PedEM Morsel! (While I missed the opportunity to buy myself a large cake and eat it all last week, I am willing to accept any gifts of cake you would like to send to me… it…
Patellar Sleeve Fracture
We know that one of the unique aspects of children that must be accounted for when evaluating kids is their anatomic differences compared to adults. Certainly major traumatic injuries bring these differences to mind the most (ex, Thoracic Trauma, Abdominal…
Patellar Tendon Rupture
Sports are wonderful to be involved in! They promote teamwork, selflessness, and healthy habits! With all of the positive aspects, there are also some hazards. We have discussed many other sporting-related injuries (ex, Little League Shoulder, Horse Related Injuries, Commotio…
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome and Anterior Knee Pain
With childhood obesity becoming ever more prominent leading to potential medical issues (ex, Cholelithiasis, Eating Disorders) it is wonderful to encourage all of our kids to be more active, but activity and sports have their own potential issues as well.…
Legg Calve Perthes Disease
The limping child often grabs our attention and makes us ponder many conditions, like Toddler’s Fracture, Septic Arthritis, SCFE, Osteomyelitis, and Growing Pains. One additional condition that shouldn’t be overlooked is one with an interesting name: Legg Calve Perthes Disease.…