Managing Stress Fractures and Growth Plate Injuries in Adolescents:
Adolescents participating in physical activities are susceptible to stress fractures and growth plate injuries due to the combined effects of growth spurts and repetitive strain. These injuries necessitate meticulous attention and management, particularly in teenagers who are still undergoing physical development.
Sprains and Strains
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Hip Dysplasia
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Treating Sports Injuries in Kids
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Growth Plate
These growth plates are crucial for bone growth and eventually close as skeletal maturity is reached. When a fracture happens at the growth plate, it can disrupt normal bone development and lead to complications like limb length discrepancies or angular deformities if not properly treated.
Leg Length Discrepancy
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