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Spine Injuries In Children

Courtesy: Dr Rishi Kanna, Dr Ashok Shyam, Ortho TV General Principles Children are not small adults. Anatomy, biomechanics, and injury patterns differ significantly. Diagnosis is challenging because of normal anatomical variants, difficult clinical examination, and subtle radiological findings. Incidence and Distribution Pediatric spine injuries account for approximately 1 to 2 percent of pediatric trauma. Cervical […]

TENS

Courtesy: Dr. James Hui, Dr Ashok Shyam, Ortho TV   TENS for Pediatric Forearm Fractures Basic Principle TENS uses two pre-bent elastic nails. The nails provide symmetrical bracing and three-point fixation within the medullary canal. The construct provides translational, axial, and rotational stability. Controlled micromotion promotes callus formation and secondary bone healing. Indications Age >10 […]

Do Not Neglect The TRASH

Courtesy: Dr. Shital Parikh, Dr Ashok Shyam, Ortho TV   TRASH Elbow Injuries (Pediatric Elbow) Definition TRASH = “The Radiographic Appearance Seemed Harmless.” These are pediatric elbow injuries that: Appear normal or trivial on plain X-rays. Are actually significant injuries, often intra-articular. Are frequently missed initially and may lead to poor outcomes. Why Are They […]

Secrets Of Phalangeal Fractures

Courtesy: Dr. Sudhir Warrier, Dr Ashok Shyam, Ortho TV Introduction Injuries to the proximal interphalangeal joint are among the most common injuries of the hand. They are frequently encountered in sports such as cricket, where the finger is struck directly by a ball. Despite their frequency, these injuries are often missed or underestimated, which can […]

Diagnosing Gait Abnormalities In Kids

Courtesy: Dr. Atul Bhaskar, Dr Ashok Shyam, Ortho TV   Gait Disorders in Children Overview Gait disorders are common presentations in pediatric orthopaedic and neurological practice Advanced technologies include: AI-based gait analysis 3D gait laboratories Motion analysis systems Key Limitation of Technology These tools: Identify gait patterns Do NOT determine the underlying cause Measured Parameters […]