Conditions We Treat

Snapping Hip Syndrome

Snapping hip syndrome is a condition in which you may sense something catching or hear a popping sound or click in your hip when your hip joint moves. If you put your hand over the hip area, you might feel or even see the snap happen when walking, running, bending or getting up from a sitting position.

Sodium and Fluid Restriction for Children with Kidney Failure

Detailed information on controlling sodium in your child's diet.

Soft Tissue Sarcomas

Soft tissue sarcomas start as painless lumps or swellings, but they are cancerous tumors. They occur most commonly in the arms, legs, chest and abdomen in children.

Sore Nipples

Read on to learn about possible causes and treatment for sore nipples when breastfeeding.

Sore Throat (Viral)

If your child has a sore throat with any of these symptoms, it is likely due to a virus.

Soy Allergy Diet for Children

When your child has a soy allergy, they can't have any foods containing soy. Read on for detailed information on how to manage a soy-free diet. This includes how to read food labels, other possible sources of soy, and tips when eating out.

Spasticity

Spasticity is a muscle control disorder that involves tight or stiff muscles and an inability to control those muscles. Spasticity affects about 80 percent of people with cerebral palsy and can make normal movement, speech and walking difficult. It can also affect people with traumatic brain injury.

Speech Sound Disorders in Children

A speech sound disorder means that a child has trouble saying certain sounds and words past the expected age. This can make it hard to understand what a child is trying to say. Read on to learn about causes, risks, and treatments for these disorders.

Spina Bifida and Myelomeningocele

Spina bifida is a type of neural tube defect, which is a problem with the spinal cord or the structures that cover it.

Spina Bifida in Children

Spina bifida is a birth defect that causes problems with the spine, spinal cord, and the surrounding nerves.

Spinal Cord Tumor

Spinal cord tumors are growths that develop within the spinal canal or the bones of the spine. They can cause pain, loss of sensation, and muscle weakness. Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.

Spinal Injury