Plantar Warts: Causes and Treatments

Anyone can get plantar warts, including children. These growths are relatively common, and between 10% and 20% of children and teenagers have them. Here’s a look at what these are, what causes plantar warts, and how to treat them. What Is A Wart? Warts are a family of noncancerous rough bumps that can appear anywhere […]

What is a Hip Pointer? 

If your child is active in contact sports, chances are they’ve had a hip pointer.  What Is A Hip Pointer? A hip pointer is a deep bruise to the iliac crest—the bony ridge (also called the pelvic brim) on the upper outside of the hip. This causes pain, swelling, or visible bruising at the site […]

Understanding Muscular Dystrophy

What Is Muscular Dystrophy? Muscular dystrophy (MD) is a genetic disease where the muscles weaken over time. It is a progressive condition leading to weakness and loss of coordination. There are over 30 different types of muscular dystrophy. Duchenne and Becker Muscular dystrophy is the most common type. Muscular dystrophy occurs almost exclusively in males. […]