When you hear the words clinical research, you might picture something scary or confusing. Many parents do. Clinical research is simply a way for medical providers and researchers to learn what treatments work best for children and adults. Our experts look at some common myths and set the record straight.
A groin bulge can be alarming—but inguinal hernias are common in children and highly treatable. Learn what causes them, what parents may notice, why repair is recommended, and the warning signs that mean you should seek emergency care.
Kinesiology tape is everywhere in youth sports—but does it actually help? Learn what KT tape is used for, what the research says, when it’s not a good idea, and how to decide if it’s a safe, supportive option for your child’s aches or injuries.
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The joys of having a new baby…. and oh, the restless, sleep-deprived nights! One of the most common questions I get asked as a pediatrician is how to sleep train a baby. This is a time-tested recipe for establishing a sleep routine early on. Read More
As much as we all hoped we wouldn’t have to worry about this again, the COVID-19 pandemic persists as the spring tree pollen season begins. Pollen allergies affect millions of children and adults, causing misery for weeks to months each spring, summer, and autumn. Read More
No athlete wants to sit on the sidelines when they’re hurt, but that’s often what’s recommended to help their brain heal after a concussion – a form of traumatic brain injury. Read More
A recent study that we conducted at the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital looked at the connection between cellphone laws and the frequency of talking on the phone while driving among teens. Read More
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involves excessively worrying or thinking about something despite trying not to (obsessions) and feeling pulled to take certain actions to keep something bad from happening or to get rid of bad thoughts (compulsions). Read More
Although safety has been the top priority throughout the vaccine trials some people are worried about getting vaccinated because they have heard or read false information.
Here are some of the most common myths, debunked with facts pulled from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Read More
While most people think of ultrasound as a device used during pregnancy, it is an important tool used by many medical specialties – including sports medicine. Read More
For the past year, the COVID-19 pandemic has brought scary headlines and discouraging news reports. Well, it’s time for the millions of adults and children living with asthma to hear some good news for once. Read More
