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Clubfoot
In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss clubfoot, a foot disorder in which the foot turns inward and downward at birth and remains in this position. In some cases, clubfoot can be corrected without surgery.
Learn MoreClubfoot (Talipes Equinovarus)
Clubfoot, also known as talipes equinovarus (TEV), is a common foot abnormality, in which the foot points downward and inward. It occurs twice as often in males than in females. Signs of clubfoot include a short and/or tight Achilles tendon (heel cord) and a heel that is turned in.
Learn MoreClubfoot in Children
Clubfoot is a deformity of the foot. It's when one or both feet are turned inward. The condition affects the bones, muscles, tendons, and blood vessels. Read on to learn more about this condition.
Learn MoreCoagulation Disorders
Learn MoreCoarctation of the Aorta
Coarctation of the aorta is a heart defect that is present at birth (congenital) in which the aorta is narrowed and results in decreased blood flow to the lower body. The left ventricle (pumping chamber) of the heart must work harder in order to pump blood through the narrowed aorta.
Learn MoreCoarctation of the Aorta (COA) in Children
Coarctation of the aorta is a heart defect that's present at birth (congenital). It means that the aorta is narrower than it should be. Read on to learn details about the condition.
Learn MoreCognitive Development in Adolescence
Cognitive development means the growth of a child's ability to think and reason. This growth happens differently from ages 6 to 12, and ages 12 to 18.
Learn MoreCold vs. Allergy in Children: How to Tell the Difference
Detailed information on the differences between cold symptoms and symptoms of allergies.
Learn MoreColic
Colic is when a healthy baby cries for a very long time for no obvious reason. It is a common problem that affects some babies during the first 6 weeks of life.
Learn MoreColic
This Helping Hand™ covers colic, which is when a healthy baby cries more than 3 hours a day for 3 or more days in a week. If this happens 3 weeks in a row, your baby may have colic.
Learn MoreColor Vision Defects
Color vision defects, also known as color blindness, occurs when someone is not able to see colors in a normal way.
Learn MoreCommon Childhood External Ear Problems
Detailed information on common childhood external ear problems
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Helping Hands Patient Education Materials
Written and illustrated by medical, nursing and allied health professionals at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Helping Hand instructions are intended as a supplement to verbal instructions provided by a medical professional. The information is periodically reviewed and revised to reflect our current practice. However, Nationwide Children's Hospital is not responsible for any consequences resulting from the use or misuse of the information in the Helping Hands.