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  • Clubfoot: Moving the Legs in a Ponseti Brace (Video) for Parents


    After clubfoot is corrected in the casting phase, it must be maintained in the bracing phase for up to 5 years. While your baby wore casts, he or she could move the legs independently. But because both feet are in the brace, the legs can only move together.

  • How Broken Bones Heal for Parents


    Broken bones have an amazing ability to heal, especially in kids. Full healing can take time, but new bone usually forms a few weeks after an injury.

  • 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.

  • Sever's Disease for Parents


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

  • Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip for Parents


    Babies can be born with this hip problem or develop it soon after birth. Early treatment can help the hip joint grow normally.

  • The Ponseti Method: Bracing Phase for Parents


    The Ponseti method to treat clubfoot is done in two phases – the casting phase gradually moves the foot to the correct position, and the bracing phase makes sure it stays there. Learn about bracing.

  • Toe Walking for Parents


    Toe walking is when kids walk on the balls of their feet, with their heels off the ground. Most children stop toe walking on their own by age 2.

  • Words to Know (Sports Medicine Glossary) for Teens


    This glossary provides definitions for some common sports medicine terms.

  • Words to Know (Sports Medicine Glossary) for Parents


    This glossary provides definitions for some common sports medicine terms.

  • Strains and Sprains for Parents


    Sprains and strains are common injuries, especially for kids who play hard or are into sports.

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