Children aren’t just little adults. The bones, muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons that give a child’s body strength and structure are constantly growing and changing. That can cause a variety of musculoskeletal issues and conditions that are unique to children, adolescents and young adults.
The Pediatric Orthopedics Team at El Paso Children’s Hospital understands the intricacies of these complex, interconnected systems, and is highly experienced in diagnosing and treating orthopedic injuries and conditions in children. From comprehensive pediatric physical therapy to the most up-to-date techniques in minimally-invasive orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, we utilize the latest medical advances to get your child back on their feet, pain free and ready to excel.
What is Pediatric Orthopedic Medicine?
Pediatric orthopedics is a branch of medicine that diagnoses and treats injuries, medical conditions, birth defects and other issues that can affect the function and strength of the bones, joints and muscles in children from birth to age 18.
Pediatric Orthopedic Specialists are medical doctors with years of specialized training in the proper function of childrens’ growing musculoskeletal system, the injuries and conditions that can impair the function of the muscles, joints and bones and the best and most effective treatment options for those issues.
In addition to graduating from medical school, pediatric orthopedists usually complete a long residency in orthopedics or orthopedic surgery, as well as additional training in pediatric orthopedics.
