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Scaphoid Fractures
The wrist is made up of eight bones. The wrist bone below the base of the thumb is known as the scaphoid bone. A fracture (break) of this bone can happen when a person falls onto the outstretched hand.
Learn MoreScarlet Fever in Children
Scarlet fever is an infectious disease that causes a rash. It is caused by the same kind of bacteria that cause strep throat.
Learn MoreScheuermann's Disease
Scheuermann’s disease is a condition of the mid-back related to the shape of the vertebrae and the curve of the spinal column. Normally, vertebrae are about the same size and rectangular-shaped. With Scheuermann’s disease, the vertebrae become wedge-shaped and a person’s posture may change.
Learn MoreSchmorl's Nodes
A Schmorl’s node is a bulge (protrusion) of the jelly-like contents of the vertebral disc into the growth cartilage of bone (vertebra) above or below the disc.
Learn MoreSchool Refusal
There are many reasons why a child would feel anxious and not want to go to school. Read on to learn more about school refusal.
Learn MoreSchool-Age (6 to 12 Years)
Detailed information on the school-aged child, ages 6 to 12 years
Learn MoreSchool-Based Occupational Therapy
School-based occupational therapy is a type of help given to children at school to help them be more successful.
Learn MoreScoliosis
Scoliosis is a condition where there is an abnormal curve of the spine. Most cases are idiopathic, meaning there is no known cause. However, some cases are related to neurological conditions or seen in children with birth defects.
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Scoliosis (skoe-lee-OH-sis) is a deformity of the spine which results in a rotation and curve of the spine.
Learn MoreScrotal Swelling in Children
Scrotal swelling is a common problem in baby boys and young boys. It can have many causes. These are often divided into painless and painful scrotal swelling.
Learn MoreSecond Trimester Prenatal Screening Tests
Screening is usually performed by taking a sample of the mother's blood between the 15th and 20th weeks of pregnancy (16th to 18th is ideal).
Learn MoreSeizure Care
This Helping Hand™ provides information on how to keep your child safe and what to do during a seizure.
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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.