Focused Review Course: Pediatric Rehabilitation-Common Lower Extremity MSK Conditions and Injuries

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Video Summary

The video discusses common lower extremity musculoskeletal conditions and injuries in children. One condition discussed is leg length inequality, which can be true or apparent. True leg length discrepancy refers to a difference in leg length measured between the greater trochanter and the medial malleolus, while apparent leg length discrepancy is due to joint alignment or pelvic femoral asymmetry. Treatment options for leg length inequality depend on the difference in length, ranging from observation for differences less than 1.5 centimeters to surgery for differences greater than 3 centimeters. Another condition discussed is developmental dysplasia of the hip, which involves displacement of the femoral head from the acetabulum. Diagnosis is made using diagnostic maneuvers such as the Galeazzi sign, Ortolani sign, and Barlow test. Treatment for developmental dysplasia of the hip includes observation, casting, bracing, or surgical intervention depending on the severity. Other conditions covered in the video include acute transient synovitis of the hip, Leg Calvé-Perthes disease, slipped capital femoral epiphysis, and various foot deformities such as metatarsus adductus, cavus foot, flat foot, and toe walking. Treatment options vary depending on the specific condition and may include rest, physical therapy, braces, or surgery.

Keywords

leg length inequality

developmental dysplasia of the hip

diagnostic maneuvers

acute transient synovitis

Leg Calvé-Perthes disease

slipped capital femoral epiphysis

foot deformities

treatment options