Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy (CP) is popularly known as cerebral palsy. It is an irreversible but non-progressive damage to the brain that occurs during pregnancy, at birth or until brain development is complete, i.e. from birth to the first five years of life.
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (Congenital Hip Dislocation) (DDH)
The congenital mismatch between the bones that make up the hip joint is called developmental ” dysplasia of the hip”. All problems seen from a simple mismatch between the bones to the later stage of hip dislocation are classified as developmental hip dysplasia.
Glass Bone Disease (Osteogenesis Imperfecta)
Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), a genetic disease, causes weakness in organs and tissues as a result of faulty or underproduction of collagen protein, the basic building block of connective tissues.
Spina Bifida (Meningomyelocele)
The diagnosis is determined on a blood test, ultrasound and amniocentesis during pregnancy. If the alpha protein (AFP) value obtained in the triple test is higher than expected, SB is suspected.
Congenital Pes equinovarus (Talipes Equinovarus, Pes equinovarus)
Pes equinovarus, which occurs in one in every 1,000 live births, is a disease that worries families, but if treatment is started early, the rate of complete recovery of the foot is very high.
Congenital Arm Palsy – Brachial Palsy – Brachial Plexus Paralysis
Brachial plexus palsy (BP) is a muscle weakness or paralysis that occurs at different levels in the arm, forearm and hand due to the stretching of the nerve structures that start at the neck level and extend from the armpit to the hand.
Sports Injuries in Children
Especially due to the widespread use of industrial sports in our country, these injuries have become one of the most common conditions in the pediatric age group.
