The Baby Orthopaedic Check is designed to identify any underlying skeletal problems which may otherwise not present until later in childhood, when they can become more difficult to treat. We recommend the check is carried out within the first six weeks from birth and ideally no later than three months. The check includes:
- Consultation with Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon
- Head to toe assessment to check for
- Head deformities
- Neck muscular imbalance
- Spinal problems e.g. congenital scoliosis
- Limb length discrepancies
- Foot abnormalities
- Finger and toe deformities
- Ultrasound for development dysplasia of hip
- Follow up Consultation
The Under 18 Bone and Joint Health Check is designed to investigate and address any issues that are causing the child or parents concern, before it hinders sporting or physical activity.
The check is suitable for all under 18s – pre-school, primary school, secondary school and adolescents. It includes:
- Consultation with Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon
- Head to toe assessment:
- Upper limb screen
- Scoliosis screen
- Examination of hips, knees and ankles
- Gait review
- Neuromuscular examination of limbs
- Focus on any troubling joints
- Blood tests to check:
- Vitamin D levels
- Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
- Rheumatoid factor
- Haematology profile
- Biochemistry profile
- Iron level check
- Bone profile screen
- Height/weight check
- Follow up consultation to confirm next steps (option for virtual consultation)