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Orthopedic Evaluation Procedures for Children
Here you will find detailed information on evaluation procedures used to diagnosis orthopedic disorders in children.
Learn MoreOsgood-Schlatter Disease in Children
Osgood-Schlatter disease is an overuse condition in children. It's when the tendon in a knee becomes injured and inflamed.
Learn MoreOsgood-Schlatter's Disease
Osgood-Schlatter's Disease is one of the most common causes of knee pain in active children.
Learn MoreOsteitis Pubis
Osteitis pubis (Aa-stee-ai-tuhs Pyoo buhs) is an overuse injury at the front of the hip at the symphysis pubis joint. The symphysis pubis connects 2 of the main bones of the pelvis. The symphysis pubis is made up of the pubic bones, cartilage, a joint capsule, and joint fluid.
Learn MoreOsteochondritis Dissecans
Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) is a condition in which a piece of cartilage and the underlying bone separate.
Learn MoreOsteochondritis Dissecans (OCD)
Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) is a condition that develops in the joints, most often in children and adolescents. OCD lesions can develop when the area of bone beneath the cartilage is injured. In children, they are most often found in the knee and elbow. They may also be found in the talus bone in the ankle.
Learn MoreOsteochondritis Dissecans of the Capitellum (OCD)
Osteochondritis dissecans of the capitellum (OCD) is a condition that affects the outside surface of the elbow that involves a separation of a segment of cartilage and the underlying bone. The bone underneath the joint’s cartilage is damaged due to lack of blood flow, causing pain.
Learn MoreOsteomyelitis in Children
Acute osteomyelitis is an infection in the bone. It develops over a short time, usually about 2 weeks. In children, osteomyelitis is more common in the long bones of the arms and legs. But it can affect any bone in the body. Read on to learn more.
Learn MoreOsteosarcoma
Osteosarcoma is a cancer of the bone. It starts in immature bone cells that normally form new bone tissue.
Learn MoreOsteosarcoma
Osteosarcoma is the most common form of bone cancer in young people under age 20. Tumors are lumps or masses and usually affects the long bones near the knee or the shoulder.
Learn MoreOsteosarcoma (Osteogenic Sarcoma) in Children
Osteosarcoma is cancer of the bone. It is rare, but it is the most common type of bone cancer in children and teens. Learn more about risks, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
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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.