Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your condition. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your doctor but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss … Read More
Penthrox for Pain Relief (Children and Young People)
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your procedure. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your doctor but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss … Read More
Iron Infusion – Paediatrics
Introduction Your child has iron-deficiency anaemia and has been recommended to have an iron infusion. This leaflet has been written to help you understand more about the iron infusion. You may wish to share the information in this leaflet with your partner and family so that they can be of help and support. There may be information they need to … Read More
Knee Arthroscopy – Information for Parents
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give parents information and advice following a knee arthroscopy. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your Child’s Doctor. If after reading it, you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with the relevant person who has been caring for your child. Your Child’s Consultant is_______________________ … Read More
ACL/MPFL Reconstruction- Information for Parents
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give parents information and advice following an ACL/MPFL reconstruction. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your Child’s Doctor. If after reading it, you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with the relevant person who has been caring for your child. Your Child’s Consultant is_______________________ … Read More
Talipes Calcaneo Valgus
What is Talipes Calcaneo Valgus (TCV)? It is a common presentation in newborn babies where the foot or feet point outwards and upwards and can affect one or both feet. The condition is usually caused by the position the baby has been laid in during the pregnancy. Some common predisposing factors include: Multiple pregnancy Large baby Breech presentation Decreased water … Read More
Positional Talipes Equino Varus
What is Positional Talipes Equino Varus (PTEV)? It is a common presentation in newborn babies where the foot or feet point inwards and downwards and can affect one or both feet. The condition is usually caused by the position the baby has been laid in during the pregnancy. Some common predisposing factors include: Multiple pregnancy Large baby Breech presentation Decreased … Read More
Perthes
What is Perthes? Perthes is a condition that affects the hip joints in children. The hip joint is a ball (femoral head) and socket (acetabulum) joint. This leaflet has been produced to give you some information on the condition but should not replace discussion between yourself and your child’s doctor. The cause is unknown, but it is known that the … Read More
Metatarsus Adductus
What is Metatarsus Adductus? It is a common presentation in newborn babies where the forefoot turns inwards and can affect one or both feet. The condition is usually caused by the position the baby has been laid in during the pregnancy. Some common predisposing factors include: Multiple pregnancy Large baby Breech presentation Decreased water in utero All these factors determine … Read More
Obstetric Brachial Plexus Injury (ERB’s Palsy)
ERB’s Palsy What is ERB’s Palsy? ERB’s Palsy may be seen after a difficult delivery especially when there has had to be assistance delivering the shoulder. There are other risk factors including; breech presentation, higher birth weight and prolonged labour. During delivery the nerves that supply the arm can be injured. Your baby is left with partially or completely reduced … Read More