Post-traumatic deformities in children and adolescents can
result from a wide variety of traumatic injuries. Most commonly post traumatic deformities
result from malunion fracture. Over
time these injuries heal improperly, become more exaggerated and result in
further complications. At the Orlando
Orthopaedic Center our pediatric orthopaedic specialist uses cutting edge
technology to treat children with post-traumatic deformities. If you are looking for treatment options for
post-traumatic deformities, turn to the experts as the Orlando Orthopaedic
Center.
Treatment for Post-Traumatic
Deformities
Because no two post traumatic deformities are alike, an
orthopaedic specialist is needed to outline a plan for the treatment of these
often debilitating conditions. Children
suffering from post-traumatic deformities will often experience pain and exhibit
physical evidence of the deformation.
External fixators are often used align and readjust the malformation
over time. These fixators are designed
to correct the individual deformation of each patient gradually.
Reconstructive surgery is used in cases when less invasive
methods prove ineffective. In these case
the surgeon will restore as much of the damaged skeletal and/or muscular
structure as possible.
The developmental years play an essential role in the long
term health of a child. If your child is
in need of treatment for a post-traumatic deformity it is crucial that you seek
the expertise of a specialist trained to treat adolescents at this critical
time in their development.
At the Orlando Orthopaedic Center our pediatric orthopaedic
specialist provides comprehensive treatment methods for children suffering
post-traumatic deformities. No matter
the severity; our specialist is here to help your child, and your family,
through every step of the diagnosis, treatment and recovery process. If you are interested in learning more about
post-traumatic deformity correction, schedule a consultation with our pediatric
orthopaedic specialist today.