Advanced pediatric orthopedic care
From broken bones to more complex conditions — pediatric orthopedic surgeons at Peyton Manning Children's Hospital in Indianapolis have the expertise to deliver advanced orthopedic care for children. We provide a full range of orthopedic care – from nonsurgical treatments to advanced surgical care. And for minor injuries and conditions can’t wait, we offer same-day appointments, so your child can get the care they need, when they need it.
For children with a bone fracture who need emergency care, Peyton Manning Children's Hospital ERs are open 24/7. Your child’s ER care team can quickly evaluate your child’s injury and take X-rays and other imaging, if needed. Then, your child’s care team connects your child and family with the right specialists, including pediatric orthopedic surgeons.
Specialized care for pediatric orthopedic conditions
Your child’s care team starts by listening to you and your child. Your child’s orthopedic specialist may recommend diagnostic imaging such as X-ray, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT). By getting a clear picture of your child’s injury or condition, we can make a diagnosis and create a care plan.
Pediatric orthopedic specialists diagnose and treat:
- Bone diseases, including brittle bone disease
- Bone fractures
- Cerebral palsy
- Congenital malformations
- Dislocated hip and hip dysplasia
- Foot and ankle conditions, including club foot
- Genetic orthopedic conditions
- Hand, arm and shoulder conditions
- Leg length discrepancy and leg malformations
- Musculoskeletal tumors
- Muscular dystrophy
- Spinal deformities and scoliosis
- Spina bifida
- Sports injuries
- Traumatic injuries
Sports medicine for children and teens
Concussions, sprains, strains, broken bones and other sports injuries are common for children and adolescents. Our orthopedic doctors are trained in pediatric care and understand how injuries in growing children and adolescents are different from injuries in adults. Our orthopedic doctors deliver surgical and non-surgical care for pediatric sports-related injuries.
Pediatric orthopedic surgery
Surgery may be recommended as part of your child’s care plan. Whenever possible, pediatric orthopedic surgeons use minimally invasive procedures. Minimally invasive surgical techniques use small incisions and typically lead to a shorter recovery. Some conditions require a more complex surgery. Our pediatric orthopedic surgeons collaborate to review your child's diagnostic evaluations and create a surgical plan that's right for your child. We have the expertise to perform complex surgeries, including surgery for fractures, scoliosis, bone tumors, hip dysplasia, sports-related injuries, and congenital malformations of the bones.