Swaddle with Care to Protect a Baby’s Tiny Hips
Infant swaddling is a common practice, as many parents and caregivers believe it can help soothe their baby and improve sleep. It entails wrapping an
Ask the Expert: Hoverboard Safety
In this week’s installment of Ask the Expert, Dr. Emily Dodwell, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, answers questions on hoverboard safety. Q. The Hoverboard is looking to
Ask the Expert: Ice Skating Injuries
In this week’s installment of Ask the Expert, Dr. Emily Dodwell, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, answers questions on ice skating injuries. What causes ice skating injuries?
Ask the Expert: Childhood Obesity
Dr. Emily Dodwell, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, answers readers’ questions on childhood obesity. Q1. How does obesity put a child at risk for orthopedic problems? A
Knee Injuries in Children and Teenagers on the Rise – What Parents Need to Know
It is estimated that more than 30 million children in the United States participate in organized sports. Multiple research studies have shown that rates of