Pediatric Orthopedics

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Lurie Children’s Division of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine cares for more than 49,000 children each year. We provide a range of services for children with bone, joint, muscle, ligament, tendon and nerve (musculoskeletal) disorders and offer the only pediatric bone health program in Illinois.

As one of the top pediatric orthopedic programs in the country, our doctors have advanced training in pediatrics and orthopedic surgery. They provide the specialized care that growing children and teenagers need. Our physicians are also experts in areas of the body such as the spine and foot/ankle.

Our team works with specialists in the Division of Neurosurgery and the Division of Urology to care for patients in one of the largest spina bifida programs in the country.

Approach

We provide family-centered care and treat the whole family, not just the patient. Our providers take time to answer your questions, make sure you are comfortable with the treatment plan, and suggest other resources and support. Our services are available at the main hospital and outpatient sites throughout the Chicago metropolitan area. If your child needs an operation, a pre-op visit can be scheduled at the hospital so your child can see the amazing and kid-friendly facility.

Orthopedics

Nationally-Ranked Care

Lurie Children’s continues to be the #1 children's hospital in Illinois and is ranked in 9 specialties by U.S. News & World Report.

Pediatric Orthopedic Programs

The Division of Orthopaedic Surgery has developed specialized programs to treat certain conditions in the most comprehensive way possible, including:

Bone Health Program

Brachial Plexus Program

Clubfoot Program

Concussion Program

Orthopedic Fracture Clinic

Sarcoma Program

Scoliosis Program

Spina Bifida Center

Surgical Oncology Program

Pediatric Orthopedic Conditions We Treat

Our physicians make every attempt to stay at the forefront of treatment advances, making sure they provide our patients with the best care possible. We take specialized and evidence-based approaches to diagnosing and treating children’s orthopedic conditions, such as:

Amniotic Band Birth Defects

Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC)

Bowed Legs (Genu Varum)

Boxer Fracture

Brachial Plexus Injury

Cerebral Palsy

Clavicle Fracture/Broken Collar Bone

Clubfoot

Concussion

Congenital Hand Differences

Congenital Muscular Torticollis

Femoral Anteversion

Flexible Flat Feet (Pes Planus)

Foot & Ankle Pain

Fragility Fractures

Freiberg Infraction

Gait Abnormalities

High Ankle Sprain (Syndesmosis Sprain)

Hip Disorders

Hip Dysplasia

Idiopathic Toe-walking

Juvenile Osteoporosis

Knock Knees (Genu Valgum)

Legg-Calve-Perthes Syndrome

Limb Deformities

Low Bone Density

Medial Epicondyle Avulsion Fracture

Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (Shin Splints)

Morton Neuroma (Intermetatarsal Neuropathy/Perineural Fibroma)

Multiple Fractures

Osteogenesis Imperfecta

Parathyroid Disorders

Rotator Cuff Tendinitis

Scaphoid Fracture

Scoliosis

Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis

Spina Bifida

Spondylolysis & Spondylolisthesis

Tibial Torsion (Twisting of the Shinbone)

Transient Synovitis Hip

Pediatric Orthopedic Treatments

The Division of Orthopaedic Surgery uses specialized treatments for children with orthopedic conditions. Select an area below to learn more.

A Guide for Preparing for Periacetabular Osteotomy (PAO) Surgery
A Guide for Preparing for Periacetabular Osteotomy (PAO) Surgery - Spanish Version

Hip Spica Cast Care
Ponseti Method

Pavlik Harness

Hip Spica Cast Care

Our Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeons & Doctors

Our entire staff is dedicated to evaluating and treating infants, children and teens. The highly experienced team includes:

Pediatric orthopedic surgeons
Pediatric sports medicine physicians
A pediatric rehabilitation physician and therapists
Advanced practice nurses
Orthopedic nurses
Certified athletic trainers

Our team also works closely with other Lurie Children’s specialists and divisions in pediatrics including, but not limited to: