About Musculoskeletal Diseases
Key Highlights
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Specialized care for the unique musculoskeletal system of growing children.Focus on early intervention to correct deformities and prevent long-term disability.Utilizes child-friendly, minimally invasive techniques when possible.Multidisciplinary approach involving physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and other specialists.Aims to restore function, reduce pain, and support normal physical development and activity.
Who is this surgery for?
- Congenital conditions present at birth (e.g., clubfoot, developmental dysplasia of the hip).
- Abnormal spinal curvature (scoliosis, kyphosis).
- Limb length discrepancies or angular deformities (e.g., bowlegs, knock-knees).
- Fractures involving the growth plate (physeal injuries).
- Bone and joint infections (osteomyelitis, septic arthritis).
- Inflammatory conditions like juvenile idiopathic arthritis.
- Neuromuscular disorders affecting movement (e.g., cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy).
- Benign bone tumors or cysts.
- Sports-related injuries in young athletes.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical history review and physical examination of the child.
- Diagnostic imaging such as X-rays, MRI, or ultrasound to assess the condition.
- Pre-operative blood tests and other investigations as required.
- Discussion with the pediatric orthopedic surgeon about the diagnosis, treatment options, goals, and potential risks.
- For surgical cases, instructions regarding fasting (NPO) before anesthesia.
- Arranging for post-procedure support and care at home.
Risks & possible complications
- General anesthesia risks (more common in complex cases).
- Infection at the surgical site or in the bone (osteomyelitis).
- Bleeding or hematoma formation.
- Nerve or blood vessel damage, potentially affecting sensation or circulation.
- Stiffness, reduced range of motion, or persistent pain.
- Delayed bone healing or non-union of fractures.
- Recurrence of the deformity or condition.
- Growth disturbance if the growth plate is affected.
- Reactions to implants, casts, or braces.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Post-operative pain management with appropriate pediatric medications.
- Use of casts, splints, or braces to protect and immobilize the area as needed.
- Gradual introduction of weight-bearing and movement as guided by the surgeon.
- Referral to pediatric physiotherapy and occupational therapy for rehabilitation exercises.
- Regular follow-up appointments to monitor healing, growth, and alignment via X-rays.
- Wound care instructions to keep the surgical site clean and dry.
- Nutritional support to promote bone healing.
- Guidance on returning to school, play, and sports activities.
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Typical hospital stay: 0-5 days
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Expected recovery time: Varies widely (2 weeks to 6+ months)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering musculoskeletal diseases in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with pediatric orthopedics departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform musculoskeletal diseases. MediFyr helps you compare pediatric orthopedics and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for musculoskeletal diseases compare across other countries where we have data.
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Pediatric Orthopedics for Musculoskeletal Diseases
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