For families
Children's knee conditions explained for families
Each page explains one knee problem in plain English: how it happens, how it is found, the treatment choices, the risks, and the questions worth asking your child's surgeon.
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Conditions covered
ACL Injuries in Children: Information for Families
An ACL injury can be treated well in children, but the plan must protect the growing knee. Treatment choices, risks, recovery and the questions to ask.
Read the families page (draft)Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) of the Knee: Information for Families
Most children with OCD get better without surgery, especially when it is found early. How it is diagnosed, when surgery is needed and what recovery looks like.
Read the families page (draft)Meniscus Injuries in Children: Information for Families
A torn meniscus in a child can usually be repaired, and children heal better than adults. Signs, diagnosis, treatment choices and recovery.
Read the families page (draft)Discoid Meniscus: Information for Families
Most discoid menisci never cause problems and need no treatment. How a discoid meniscus is found, when surgery helps and what it involves.
Read the families page (draft)Tibial Spine Fractures in Children: Information for Families
A tibial spine fracture is the childhood version of an ACL injury. Types of fracture, treatment with or without surgery, recovery and risks.
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