Shoulder pain in young athletes can be worrying for parents and coaches. One condition that is increasingly recognised is little league shoulder, a growth plate injury known as proximal humeral epiphysitis. We most commonly see this condition in children and adolescents who participate in overhead sports. Early recognition is crucial in preventing long-term complications [...]
Wrist pain is a common complaint in young gymnasts, because of the high-impact forces the sport places through the hands. One specific overuse injury in this group is gymnast's wrist — also known as distal radial epiphysitis. It results from repetitive stress at the growth plate at the end of the radius, and recognising [...]
OCD, or Osteochondritis dissecans elbow, is a joint condition that commonly affects adolescent athletes, particularly those involved in repetitive overhead throwing (tennis and baseball) and gymnastics. If not diagnosed and managed early, OCD can result in long-term joint damage, pain, and reduced range of motion, ultimately affecting an athlete's performance. What is OCD of [...]
Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) is a condition affecting the cartilage of joints, more commonly in the knee. It affects active teenagers and young adults, leading to pain and swelling. What causes Osteochondritis Dissecans Knee, and how do we diagnose and treat it. What is Osteochondritis dissecans? OCD is caused by a loss of blood supply [...]
Hip pain in sporty teens is challenging, with many possible causes. The commonest is hip apophysitis — swelling of a growth plate (a traction apophysis) where the tendons attach to the pelvic bones. So who gets hip apophysitis, and how do we manage teenage hip pain? Hip apophysitis is one of several pediatric sports [...]
