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Thumb Sucking
Thumbsucking is normal in infants and young children. It shouldn't cause any permanent problems if your child stops by age 5.
Learn MoreThyroglossal Duct Cyst
A thyroglossal duct cyst is typically noticed as an area of fullness or a lump in the midline of the neck, usually just above the voice box.
Learn MoreThyroglossal Duct Cyst in Children
A thyroglossal duct cyst is a pocket in the front part of neck that is filled with fluid. A child is born with this cyst.
Learn MoreTibial Spine Fracture
Tibial spine fracture is a break at the top of the tibia bone in the lower leg near the knee.
Learn MoreTibial Stress Fracture
The tibia (shin bone) is the larger, and major weight bearing bone, of the two lower leg bones. A tibial stress fracture is a complete or incomplete break that develops over time, usually as a result of repeated activity.
Learn MoreTibial Torsion in Children
Tibial torsion is an inward twisting of the shinbones. These bones are located between the knee and the ankle. Tibial torsion causes a child's feet to turn inward.
Learn MoreTick Bite Diseases
Ticks feed on human blood. Most tick bites are harmless, but some species can cause serious diseases.
Learn MoreTick Bites
Ticks attach themselves to the scalp, behind the ear, in the armpit and groin, and also between fingers and toes. Find out what to do if you find a tick on your child.
Learn MoreTilt Table Test for Children
The tilt table test is done to find the cause of fainting (syncope). Tilt table testing is done with a special table or bed that changes a child's position from lying to standing. Their blood pressure and heart rate are checked while they're in the different positions.
Learn MoreTime-Out
Time-out is a type of discipline that is used to stop bad behavior in a child. It takes the child out of the situation and gives them time to calm down.
Learn MoreTinea Pedis
Tinea pedis (tin EE uh PEE duss) is a very common fungal infection on the skin of the feet. It is usually called athlete’s foot.
Learn MoreHelping 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.