Performed by Dr. Hari Prakash at Dr Hariprakash
Pediatric trauma care focuses on injuries children sustain from falls, accidents, sports or other physical events. Children's bones and bodies heal differently than adults, requiring specialized assessment and treatment approaches. Dr Hariprakash provides evaluation and management tailored to the growing skeleton, addressing fractures, soft tissue injuries and other musculoskeletal trauma in young patients.
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A step-by-step look at what happens during this procedure.
The child is examined to identify the site and severity of injury, check neurovascular status, and rule out other injuries.
X-rays or other imaging studies are obtained to visualize fractures, dislocations or soft tissue damage and assess growth plate involvement.
Based on the injury pattern and the child's age, a plan is made for non-operative management with casting or splinting, or surgical intervention if needed.
If surgery is required, the fracture is reduced to proper alignment and stabilized with pins, wires, plates or flexible nails chosen for the child's bone size and growth potential.
The limb is immobilized in a cast or brace, and regular follow-up imaging monitors healing and ensures proper alignment is maintained.
A structured, patient-first approach from first consultation to full recovery.
Dr Hariprakash performs a gentle examination, uses age-appropriate communication, and involves parents to keep the child calm and cooperative during assessment.
Special attention is given to growth plates; treatment techniques are selected to minimize the risk of future growth disturbance or limb length discrepancy.
When surgery is needed, techniques that use smaller incisions and preserve soft tissue are preferred, and implants are chosen to accommodate continued bone growth.
Clear instructions are provided on cast care, activity restrictions, signs of complications, and the expected timeline for healing and return to normal activities.
What to expect at each stage of your recovery journey.
The child is monitored for pain, swelling and circulation. Pain medication is given as needed, and the limb is elevated to reduce swelling. Activity is restricted to protect the injured area.
During the weeks in a cast or brace, children are encouraged to rest the injured limb while maintaining gentle movement of adjacent joints. Follow-up visits ensure proper alignment and healing progress.
Once the fracture has healed, physiotherapy may be recommended to restore strength and range of motion. Return to sports and vigorous activity is gradual and guided by clinical assessment.
Most pediatric fractures heal well with appropriate treatment, and children's bones typically mend faster than adult bones. However, some complex or growth plate injuries may require longer monitoring.
The goal is to restore the limb to normal alignment and function so the child can return to age-appropriate activities. Stiffness or weakness may persist temporarily and require physiotherapy.
While most injuries heal without affecting growth, injuries involving growth plates carry a risk of growth disturbance or limb length difference that may only become apparent over time.
Some severe injuries may result in permanent changes to alignment, limb length or joint function despite optimal treatment, and long-term follow-up may be needed.
The right choice depends on your diagnosis, risks and circumstances — discussed with you at your consultation.
Many pediatric fractures can be treated without surgery using closed reduction and casting. This is preferred when fractures are minimally displaced or stable, and healing is expected without operative intervention.
Minor injuries such as buckle fractures or soft tissue contusions may only require rest, ice, compression, elevation and pain relief without immobilization or surgery.
In certain fractures, particularly of the femur in young children, skin or skeletal traction may be used temporarily to maintain alignment before definitive treatment or as the sole treatment method.
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