All You Need to Know About Casting and Bracing In Children and Adolescents

When your child suffers an injury or is diagnosed with a condition that requires casting or bracing, it’s natural to have many questions. Understanding the differences, purposes, and care involved can help ease your concerns. This blog will guide you through the essentials of casting and bracing. What Is The Difference Between Casting And Bracing? […]

SLAP Tears In Child Athletes

What Is A SLAP Tear? The term SLAP tear stands for Superior Labrum Anterior and Posterior.  A SLAP tear is an injury to the labrum (the cartilaginous ring that surrounds the socket portion of the shoulder joint). What Causes SLAP Tears? There are many injuries that can result in a SLAP tear.  SLAP tears can […]

Understanding The Types Of Compartment Syndrome

What is Compartment Syndrome? Compartment syndrome develops when swelling or bleeding occurs within a muscle compartment causing the pressure inside of the compartment to increase to a critical level.  The compartment is a group of muscles that is surrounded by tissue known as fascia. Since fascia does not stretch, this swelling can cause increased pressure […]