Pediatric orthopedics is a specialized area of medicine that focuses on caring for joint and bone problems in bodies that are still developing.
Whether it's a sore knee from overexertion or a broken bone after a fall from a bike, kids are susceptible to a wide variety of orthopedic issues requiring specialized care.
Some orthopedic surgeons specialize in properly treating and evaluating musculoskeletal problems — those related to the muscles, joints or bones — in a child who is still growing.
However, not every musculoskeletal issue requires the care of a pediatric orthopedic specialist. Many problems are well taken care of by other orthopedic subspecialists, emergency care providers, and pediatricians. However, some complex diagnoses call for the specialized care of an orthopedic surgeon.
Pediatric orthopedic surgeons treat, diagnose and manage children's musculoskeletal problems, such as:
Pediatric orthopedic surgeons typically practice in university medical centers, large community hospitals, children's hospitals and other medical institutions.
While Elite does not have subspecialists that are pediatric orthopedists, many of our orthopedic surgeons can treat and examine children while helping them feel relaxed and promoting cooperation to ensure a positive care experience. Our orthopedists subspecialize in knee, shoulder, elbow, hip, spine, hand and wrist, and foot and ankle pain.
If your child's pediatrician recommends that you take your child to an orthopedic surgeon for an examination, know you can trust our team for top-quality, patient-driven, integrative care. With 12 fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons serving Nashville, Elite Sports Medicine is ready to provide you with a comprehensive patient experience that's unrivaled in the industry.
Check out our orthopedic service offerings and learn more about our experienced surgeons to see what our team can do for you. If you're looking to book an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon near Nashville, review our locations near you today.
