Dr. Kruti Raj (PT, MUHS, CPT, CMPT)
Growth Plate Injuries in Children: Why Are They Different From Adult Fractures?
A fracture in a child is not always the same as a fracture in an adult. Children's bones are still…
Apophysitis in Young Athletes: Why Growing Bones Hurt During Sports?
Does your child experience recurring heel, knee, hip or elbow pain after running, jumping or sports practice, even without a…
Gymnastics Wrist in Young Athletes: Is Repetitive Training the Cause?
Gymnastics places unusual demands on a child's wrists. During handstands, cartwheels, back handsprings and vaulting, young athletes repeatedly use their…
Little League Elbow in Children: Know Why Young Athlete Have Elbow Pain?
A young athlete who regularly plays baseball, cricket or another throwing sport may gradually develop pain on the inner side…
Escitalopram Shows Strong Results in Long-Term Depression Study
NIJMEGEN, THE NETHERLANDS: An international analysis of more than 30,000 participants identifies escitalopram, duloxetine and agomelatine as promising options for…
Nursemaid’s Elbow In Children: Why a Toddler Suddenly Stop Using an Arm?
Imagine your toddler suddenly stops using one arm. This could be nursemaid's elbow in children, also known as pulled elbow.…
Congenital Radioulnar Synostosis: Why Is Child’s Forearm Stuck in One Position?
A child can bend their elbow, move their wrist and grip objects normally, yet struggle to turn their palm upwards.…
Blount Disease in Children: When Are Bowed Legs a Warning Sign?
Have you noticed that your child's legs curve outward, creating a noticeable gap between the knees when standing with the…
Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis: Why a Teenager Suddenly Start Limping?
A teenager complains of knee pain after walking, struggles to climb stairs or starts limping without an obvious injury. These…
Perthes Disease In Children: Warning Signs Parents Should Never Ignore
A child who starts limping, complains of knee pain after playing or avoids running may have a problem involving the…
Transient Synovitis in Children: Why Can a Child Suddenly Start Limping?
A child who was running and playing normally yesterday may suddenly begin limping, complain of thigh pain or refuse to…
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: Early Symptoms That Can Be Easy to Miss
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a group of inflammatory conditions that affect children's joints. Quick Answer: Early Symptoms of Juvenile…