Juvenile arthritis (JA) is not a disease in itself. Also known as pediatric rheumatic disease, JA is an umbrella term used to describe the many autoimmune and inflammatory conditions or pediatric rheumatic diseases that can develop in children under the age of 16. Juvenile arthritis affects nearly 300,000 children in the United States. Although the…
Benign joint hypermobility syndrome means your joints are “looser” than normal. It’s typically referred to as being double-jointed. It is a common joint or muscle problem in children and young adults. Formerly known as benign hypermobility joint syndrome (BHJS), the condition can cause pain or discomfort after exercise. It’s usually not part of any disease….
What is SI Joint dysfunction The SI Joint, also known as the sacroiliac joint, is a joint in the pelvis that connects the sacrum (the triangular bone at the base of the spine) to the pelvis. SI Joint Dysfunction is when there is abnormal wear and tear in this joint, causing inflammation and pain in…
Growing pains are cramping, achy muscle pains that some preschoolers and preteens feel in both legs. The pain usually occurs in the late afternoon or evenings. But it may cause your child to wake up in the middle of the night. Growing pains usually start in early childhood, around age 3 or 4. Are achy…
During the early years there can be some obvious gait abnormalities in children. While many of these disturbances are quite common and correct themselves on their own, some require medical assistance. Walking abnormalities are abnormal, uncontrollable walking patterns. Genetics may cause them or other factors, such as diseases or injuries. Walking abnormalities can affect the…
What is a Borderline personality disorder (BPD)? Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental illness that is part of the group of mental illnesses called personality disorders. Like other personality disorders, it is characterized by a consistent pattern of thinking, feeling, and interacting with others and with the world that tends to result in significant…
WHAT IS PANIC DISORDER? A panic attack can happen anywhere, at any time. You may feel terrified and overwhelmed, even though you’re not in any danger. If this kind of random event has happened to you at least twice, and you constantly worry and change your routine to keep from having one, you might have…
Flat feet (also called pes planus or fallen arches) is a postural deformity in which the arches of the foot collapse, with the entire sole of the foot coming into complete or near-complete contact with the ground. Flat feet (also called pes planus or fallen arches) is a postural deformity in which the arches of…
What is a Autism? Autism is a complex neuro behavioral condition that includes impairments in social interaction and developmental language and communication skills combined with rigid, repetitive behaviors. Because of the range of symptoms, this condition is now called autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Symptoms of Autism: Autism’s core symptoms are 1> social communication challenges and…
What is a Hypotonia? Hypotonia, commonly known as floppy baby syndrome, is a state of low muscle tone (the amount of tension or resistance to stretch in a muscle), often involving reduced muscle strength. Hypotonia is the medical term for decreased muscle tone. Healthy muscles are never fully relaxed. They retain a certain amount of…
