Ahmet Şadi Kılınç Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon
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Children's Orthopaedics

Children's bones and joints change constantly as they grow. Some conditions are part of normal development, while others need early diagnosis and treatment.

In this section you will find information for families on developmental hip dysplasia, leg deformities, flat feet, toe walking, problems related to cerebral palsy and spinal curves.

  1. Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) DDH is when the hip joint does not develop properly in infancy. Diagnosed early, it can often be treated with a simple harness.
  2. Leg Deformities in Children (Bow Legs and Knock Knees) Leg curves in children are often a normal part of growth. Curves that persist beyond certain ages, affect one side or worsen should be assessed.
  3. Flat Feet Flat foot is when the arch collapses on standing. Most flexible flat feet in children cause no pain and need no treatment; painful or rigid ones should be assessed.
  4. Tendon Surgery in Cerebral Palsy In children with cerebral palsy, tight muscles can make walking and daily care harder. Tendon surgery aims to improve movement and balance in suitable children.
  5. Toe Walking and Tight Achilles in Children Brief toe walking can be normal when children start walking. If it continues after the age of 2-3, assessment and treatment are needed.
  6. Posture Disorders, Kyphosis and Scoliosis A sideways curve of the spine (scoliosis) or excessive rounding (kyphosis) can appear during growth. Early diagnosis allows bracing to prevent progression.
  7. Can a Heavy School Bag Harm the Spine? At the start of every school year one of the questions I hear most in clinic is: "My child's bag is very heavy, will it damage the spine?"…
  8. Growing Pains in Children: Night Leg Pain and When to See a Doctor Growing pains are harmless night-time leg aches in children. What are the symptoms, what helps at home and which signs mean you should see a doctor?
  9. How Many Bones Are Babies Born With? Why 300 Become 206 in Adults Babies are born with about 300 bones and adults have 206. How do bones fuse and why is the baby skull soft?
  10. Knee Pain in Young Athletes: Osgood-Schlatter Disease and the Growth Plate Front-of-knee pain in children who play football or basketball may be Osgood-Schlatter disease. Symptoms, treatment and when to see a doctor.
  11. Does Poor Posture Matter If It Doesn’t Hurt? Signs, Simple Tests and Corrective Exercises Your posture is poor but you have no pain: is that a problem? How to recognise poor posture, which exercises help and when to see a doctor.

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