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  • Sever's Disease for Teens


    Sever's disease, a common heel injury, is due to inflammation (swelling) of the growth plate in the heel. While painful, it's only temporary and has no long-term effects.

  • Nails for Parents


    Nails protect the sensitive tips of fingers and toes.

  • Bones, Muscles, and Joints for Parents


    Without bones, muscles, and joints, we couldn't stand, walk, run, or even sit. The musculoskeletal system supports our bodies, protects our organs from injury, and enables movement.

  • MyPlate Food Guide for Kids


    MyPlate is designed to make it easier to understand healthy eating.

  • Little League Elbow for Parents


    Little League elbow is an overuse injury to the elbow caused by repetitive throwing. Most cases happen in pitchers, but any young athlete who throws a lot can get the condition.

  • A to Z: Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE) for Parents


    In slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE), the very top of the thighbone (called the femoral head) slips out of line with the rest of the thighbone, causing a weakened hip joint.

  • X-Ray Exam: Bone Age Study for Parents


    A bone age study can help evaluate how a child's skeleton is maturing, which can help doctors diagnose conditions that delay or accelerate growth.

  • Blount Disease for Parents


    Blount disease is a growth disorder that causes the bones of the lower leg to bow outward. This gets worse if it's not treated, so early diagnosis is very important.

  • Rickets for Parents


    Rickets is when bones become soft and weak, usually because a child doesn't get enough vitamin D. Most kids with rickets get better with treatment.

  • Broken Bones for Parents


    Many kids will have a broken bone at some point. Here's what to expect.

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