Child Orthopedics

School may have just started on Long Island, but fall athletics are already in full swing! Whether your student-athlete is running cross country, dominating the soccer field, or gearing up for football season, staying healthy is always a top concern. At Central Orthopedic Group, we see a wide range of sports-related injuries in young athletes  … View More

Back pain ranks as one of the top issues that Americans seek treatment for each year. And, based on lifestyle and other environmental and personal factors, the causes of this back pain can vary. As a Long Island orthopedics office, we’ve witnessed this firsthand. Scoliosis is a particularly common spinal deformity, which can either cause  … View More

Scoliosis is a spinal deformity in which the spine is curved, and is most common in children. For the majority of children, treatment is a non-issue. However, severe cases of scoliosis require attention from an orthopedic surgeon. As this treatment is delayed, the issue can become much more severe. One of our surgeons at Central  … View More

Autumn is here, which means we no longer have to worry about common summertime injuries. However, children everywhere are jumping back into the thick of strenuous team workouts, practices and games. Obviously, this is fantastic for their health, athletic and fitness goals. But excessive physical activity can inevitably lead to injuries. That being said –  … View More

For some people, exercising is a standard part of any day’s routine — jogging comes as naturally as hand washing. For others, though, finding the motivation and time to exercise can be more difficult. With Amazon Prime eliminating trips to the grocery store and Uber Eats delivering food to the home, people are less likely  … View More

With football season wrapping up and temperatures dropping, athletes are beginning to move inside. Soon, student athletes and adults alike will begin playing indoor basketball, both competitively and as a form of exercise. Unfortunately, with this transition comes the potential for new sports injuries. While basketball may not involve as much physical contact as other  … View More

It is important to take note of how your child grows. As they get older, you may notice that they are not physically developing the way that they should. There are many common orthopedic issues present in children. Many of them will correct themselves without treatment. Sometimes, however, the conditions get more severe over time.  … View More