Children’s Spines Deserve Special Consideration
From birth through the first decade of life (0–10 years), a child’s spine undergoes rapid and important stages of growth. Spinal conditions that arise during these early years may present differently from those seen in older children or adults. Recognising these age‑specific patterns supports timely evaluation and appropriate guidance.
Our approach to pediatric spine care emphasises careful assessment, clear communication with families, and management strategies tailored to each stage of early development.
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Most common
Less common
Least common
| Condition | Infants | Toddlers | School-age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neck Conditions | |||
| Torticollis | |||
| Neck Pain | |||
| Cervical Instability | |||
| Back Conditions | |||
| Spinal Trauma | |||
| Spinal Tumour | |||
| Spinal Infection (Discitis) | |||
| Low Back Pain | |||
| Kyphosis & Scoliosis | |||
| Infantile Idiopathic Scoliosis | |||
| Juvenile Idiopathic Scoliosis | |||
| Neuromuscular Scoliosis | |||
| Syndromic Scoliosis | |||
| Kyphosis | |||
| Tethered Cord | |||
| Pars Defects & Slippage | |||
| Spondylolysis | |||
| Dysplastic Spondylolisthesis | |||
| Isthmic Spondylolisthesis | |||
