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Paediatric Orthopaedics

By Dr Hiran Amarasekera
MBBS, MS (Col) FRCS(Ed) Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon,
NFTH

What you'll learn

  • Introduction to Paediatric Orthopaedics:
    • Overview of paediatric orthopaedics, including common conditions, diagnostic methods, and treatment approaches.
  • Birth Injuries in Paediatric Orthopaedics:
    • An introduction to birth injuries, including brachial plexus injuries (Erb’s palsy & Klumpke’s palsy) and common fractures
  • Understanding Erb’s Palsy:
    • Mechanism of injury, clinical features, diagnosis, and management of Erb’s palsy.
  • Klumpke’s Palsy – Causes and Management:
    • Differentiating Klumpke’s palsy from Erb’s palsy, including signs, symptoms, and treatment options./li>
  • Fractures in Newborns:
    • Common fractures in newborns, including clavicle and humerus fractures, and their management strategies.