Cerebral palsy (CP) is a neurological condition affecting movement and posture, resulting from brain damage occurring during pregnancy, birth, or postnatal periods. Once brain damage occurs in cerebral palsy, it remains stable and does not progress. In other words, the disease itself is not progressive. However, if appropriate treatments are not applied, the symptoms may…
Pes Equinovarus (Clubfoot) Pes Equinovarus (PEV), also known as “clubfoot”, is a congenital orthopedic disorder where the feet turn inward and downward. It occurs in 1 to 3 per 1,000 births and can be detected via ultrasound during pregnancy. Diagnosis is confirmed immediately after birth through clinical examination, allowing for early treatment. What is Pes…
1. What is Limb Length Discrepancy? Limb length discrepancy (LLD) is a condition where a child’s right and left arm or leg (extremities) have a noticeable difference in length. This difference may be minor (a few millimeters or centimeters) or significant enough to impact the child’s daily life. 2. What Are the Causes? Limb length…
Developmental Hip Dysplasia (DHD) is a significant condition that must be carefully monitored during a baby’s growth and development. Previously referred to as congenital hip dislocation, the widespread use of hip ultrasound in newborns has led to the recognition of various hip abnormalities beyond complete dislocation. These include acetabular dysplasia (insufficient development of the hip…
Hip dislocation in children with cerebral palsy (CP) is one of the concerns that families often worry about. Imbalance in the muscles around the hip, especially spasticity in the adductor and iliopsoas muscles, can gradually cause the femoral head to partially or completely dislocate from the hip socket. This condition can lead to pain, limitations…
The Ponseti Method, also known as serial casting, is the gold standard treatment for Pes Equinovarus (PEV), commonly known as clubfoot. This method has been proven to deliver highly successful outcomes in correcting this congenital foot deformity. The approach aims to gradually correct the foot bones and soft tissues, bringing them into the proper position….
Hip ultrasonography (USG) is a safe, effective, and painless imaging method used to examine the hip joints of infants suspected of having developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). This technique provides clear imaging of the soft tissues and cartilage structures of the joint, which have not yet fully ossified, enabling early diagnosis and treatment. After…
Significant Limb Length Discrepancy If the difference between the extremities exceeds a certain threshold (typically more than 2–2.5 cm), it can significantly impact the child’s daily life. Rapidly Increasing Discrepancy If the difference is expected to widen as the child grows (for example, if the growth plates are affected), surgical intervention may be necessary. Pain…
