11.8 · Age-related differences: Pediatric musculoskeletal

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Musculoskeletal problems in children
Can be either congenital or acquired, and because of the growing nature of the immature skeleton conditions can be long-term
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Equinovarus (clubfoot)
One or both feet turn inward and downward
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Equinovarus causes
Positional, idiopathic, or the result of another syndrome such as spina bifida
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Equinovarus treatment
Manipulation and casting begun soon after birth, sometimes surgery to lengthen tendons and alter joint capsules, and bracing
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Developmental hip dysplasia
Imperfect development of the hip joint, ranging from unstable or loose to dislocation
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Developmental hip dysplasia causes
Numerous, including environmental and genetic factors and association with other defects
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Pavlik harness
Treatment for hip dysplasia, started at 2-3 months and worn for 8-12 weeks
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Treatment if Pavlik harness fails
Surgery and body casting