Positive Barlow Test: Meaning, Implications, and Management of DDH
A positive Barlow test indicates that a newborn or infant's hip is unstable and dislocatable, meaning the femoral head can be gently pushed out of the...
By Alex
Category: Pediatric Health
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Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: Prevalence, Types, and Understanding JIA
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) is not a truly rare disease; it is the most common chronic rheumatic condition affecting children, with a global p...
By Hart
Foot Pain in 11-Year-Olds: Causes, Management, and Prevention
Foot pain in 11-year-olds often stems from biomechanical stresses on rapidly growing bones and musculoskeletal structures, exacerbated by physical act...
By Hart
11-Year-Old Knee Popping: Causes, Concerns, and When to See a Doctor
Knee popping in an 11-year-old is often a normal part of growth and joint function, but it warrants medical investigation if accompanied by pain, swel...
By Alex
Children's Digestive Health: How Exercise Improves Gut Function and Well-being
Exercise significantly enhances digestive function in children by stimulating gut motility, improving blood flow to the digestive organs, fostering a ...
By Alex
Hypermobility Syndrome in Children: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Management
Hypermobility syndrome in children, often called Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD), is a condition where excessive joint flexibility leads to chro...
By Jordan
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH): Diagnosis Age, Methods, and Importance of Early Detection
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) is primarily diagnosed in infancy through routine screenings during the newborn period and first year of life...
By Jordan
Adolescent Arthritis: Understanding Types, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management
Yes, a 14-year-old can have arthritis, particularly juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), which is an autoimmune condition causing joint pain, swelling...
By Alex
Youth Resistance Training: Benefits, Principles, and Program Design for Children
Developing strength in children is safe and highly beneficial, focusing on neuromuscular adaptations and proper form under qualified supervision, rath...
By Jordan
