Most Recent Articles
Infant Screening for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)
Published on in Orthopaedics Update
The American Academy of Pediatrics does not recommend routine ultrasounds for every infant, but it does support referral for ultrasound and/or pediatric orthopedic consultation for babies with an abnormal physical exam or major risk factors for DDH.
Two Most Common Hoverboard Injuries and How to Prevent Them
Published on in Orthopaedics Update
Hoverboard injuries are on the rise and the two injuries most commonly see at CHOP are distal radius fractures and open and closed phalangeal fractures.
New Limb Lengthening Technology at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Published on in Orthopaedics Update
Orthopedic surgeons at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia are using a new internal technique for limb lengthening that eliminates the need for pins and bulky external fixation frames.
The Intoeing Dilemma – What’s Normal? What Needs to be Referred?
Published on in Orthopaedics Update
A child's intoeing is a cause of concern for many parents but most causes of intoeing tend to improve over time.
Rapid Recovery Pathway for Idiopathic Scoliosis
Published on in Orthopaedics Update
Can children head home just a few days after major spine surgery, with their pain under control? Healthcare providers at CHOP changed their method of care to make it possible for their adolescent patients.
Harnessing 3-D Imaging for Children with Musculoskeletal Conditions
Published on in Orthopaedics Update
The Division of Orthopedics’ use of EOS 3-D technology provides the safest, lowest possible radiation dose in pediatric radiographs while also allowing us to provide the best imaging services to patients.
Case Study - Team Dynamics
Published on in Orthopaedics Update
In this case, the intraoperative team used superb clinical acumen and teamwork during a crisis situation to avert a potentially devastating patient outcome.
Research Leads to Rare Disease Clinical Trial
Published on in Orthopaedics Update
A CHOP clinical study works to find an effective treatment for fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP), a rare and debilitating disease.
John M. "Jack" Flynn, MD - New Chief of Orthopedic Surgery
Published on in International Update, Orthopaedics Update
John M. “Jack” Flynn, MD, a nationally prominent specialist in pediatric orthopedic surgery, was recently appointed chief of The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Division of Orthopedics.
Global Orthopedics in Focus
Published on in Orthopaedics Update
The recently published book, Global Orthopedics: Caring for Musculoskeletal Conditions and Injuries in Austere Settings, is a valuable reference for surgeons working in resource-limited environments.