Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Pediatric Orthopedic Care in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

When your child has an issue affecting muscles, joints, bones or soft tissue, doctors with specialized orthopedic training deliver the best possible care. And you’ll find them at our Children’s Medical Center. Our program is home to the most experienced pediatric orthopedic team in Central New England.  We offer all the services your child may need in one health system.

Pediatric Orthopedic Conditions We Treat 

Pediatric orthopedic experts have advanced subspecialty training, enabling them to treat common and complex issues, including:

• Acute and chronic injuries to bones, joints and muscles
• Neuromuscular conditions, such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida and arthrogryposis
• Congenital (present at birth) conditions, such as clubfeet and hip dysplasia
• Genetic conditions that affect the musculoskeletal system, including skeletal dysplasias, dwarfism, Marfan syndrome and osteogenesis imperfecta
• Developmental disorders, such as bowlegs and hip disorders
• Fractures, joint dislocations and ligament injuries
• Muscular dystrophy
• Scoliosis,  kyphosis, back pain and other spinal deformities
• Sports injuries 

Our Pediatric Orthopedic Services

At the Children’s Medical Center, pediatric orthopedic specialists work with other experts to deliver a seamless experience. Our services include: 

Child-Focused Imaging

Imaging is often necessary to accurately diagnose orthopedic issues and plan advanced treatments. Pediatric radiologists understand the unique needs of children and capture precise images while ensuring your child’s safety and comfort. Children’s Medical Center is one of the only programs in the region with these capabilities.

Nonsurgical Treatments

We help many children achieve treatment goals with medical therapies. Offerings include physical therapy to strengthen muscles and improve mobility. Bracing or orthotic devices support proper joint alignment. Casting and splinting may be necessary to stabilize bones while they heal.

Congenital Anomaly Repair

We perform procedures to repair structures that did not form as expected. Areas of expertise include extra or fused fingers and toes, bowlegs and amniotic band syndrome, which limits limb development. Our depth of expertise helps children achieve greater comfort, mobility and confidence.

Trauma Care

Our Children’s Medical Center is one of the region’s only Level I trauma centers, giving your child 24/7 access to care for severe orthopedic injuries. You can count on us for appropriate therapies, including surgical or nonsurgical management of sports injuries.

Orthopedic Oncology

We diagnose and treat tumors affecting the bones, muscles and connective tissue — some of which may be cancerous. Surgeons perform these services as part of a team that may also include pediatric oncologists and radiologists, so your child receives comprehensive care.