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A paediatric orthopaedic surgeon explains the tendoachilles tenotomy: why 80–90% of babies with clubfoot need it, how the procedure works under local anaesthetic, and what to expect on the day and afterwards

A paediatric orthopaedic surgeon explains what an antenatal clubfoot diagnosis on the 20-week scan means, the difference between isolated and associated clubfoot, and what parents should do before their baby is born

Distal radius fractures are the most common fracture in children. The CRAFFT trial has changed when manipulation is needed and when simple cast treatment should be used. Here's a parent's guide.

A major UK trial has shown that most medial epicondyle fractures in children heal just as well with a cast as with surgery. Here's what that means for your child's treatment.

Every fractured ulna in a child must have the elbow checked. Here's why — and the consequences of Monteggia fracture when this rule is missed

In young children, a swollen elbow with a normal X-ray may not be normal at all. The TRASH concept explains why — and what imaging is needed to avoid a catastrophic missed diagnosis.

Lateral condyle fractures look small on X-ray but the real injury is much larger. Learn why these fractures need close monitoring and sometimes surgery — and what the long-term risks are if they're not treated right.

Supracondylar fractures are the commonest elbow fractures that do well with an appropriate surgical management

An SCJ injury near the breastbone can look minor on X-ray but may be serious. Learn why CT is essential, and which symptoms require immediate A&E attendance.

Most clavicle fractures in children heal without surgery. Here's what to expect: the healing bump, how long the sling is needed, and when to worry.

Skeletal dysplasia is group of bone disorders caused by genetic abnormality

Hereditary multiple exostosis is a genetic condition resulting in multiple benign bony growths close to the joints.

Septic arthtitis is a true orthopaedic emergency

What to look for in a limping child?

Perthes disease- avascular necrosis of the immature hip

Slipped upper femoral epiphysis, a leading cause of hip and knee pain in an adolescent

Late presenting DDH - treatment

Developmental dysplasia of the hip if screened and caught early can be treated effectively

Sprengel shoulder is a congenital anomaly of the shoulder blade

Madelung deformity of the wrist