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Understanding Pediatric Trigger Thumb: Early Diagnosis and Effective Treatment

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  Trigger thumb in children is a relatively rare but important condition where a child’s thumb becomes locked in a bent or flexed position. The thumb cannot be straightened without assistance from the other hand. It most commonly presents between the ages of 1 to 3 years and can occur without any preceding injury or underlying medical issue. As a leading pediatric orthopedic doctor in Prakash Nagar , Dr. Vidyasagar , MBBS, M.S (Orthopedics) , offers expert evaluation and customized treatment for trigger thumb in children . He practices at KIMS Sunshine Hospitals , Udai Omni Hospitals , and Rainbow Children's Hospitals , where he is known for his child-friendly approach and surgical precision. What is Pediatric Trigger Thumb? Pediatric trigger thumb, also referred to as pediatric stenosing tenosynovitis , is caused by a mismatch between the size of the flexor tendon and the tendon sheath at the base of the thumb. When the sheath is too tight, the thickened or swollen tendon canno...

Understanding and Treating Bow Legs in Children: Expert Pediatric Orthopedic Guidance

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  All babies are naturally born with slightly bowed legs due to their curled position in the womb. In most cases, this condition corrects itself as the child begins to stand and walk. However, if bow legs persist beyond the age of 2 or 3, it may indicate an underlying issue that requires evaluation by a pediatric orthopedic specialist . Bow legs , medically termed genu varum , refers to a condition where a child’s legs curve outward at the knees while the feet and ankles remain close together. If left unmonitored or untreated, this condition can lead to discomfort, instability, and potential complications like arthritis in adulthood. What Causes Bow Legs in Children? Several factors may contribute to the development of bow legs , including: Normal physiological development in infants (which typically resolves with growth) Abnormal bone development or improperly healed fractures Blount’s Disease , a growth disorder affecting the shin bone Rickets , caused by a deficiency in Vitam...