Bones, Muscles & Joints

Find out about bones, fractures and conditions affecting muscles and joints. 

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Chondromalacia Patella (Runner’s Knee)

Chondromalacia patella, often referred to as 'runner's knee', causes pain in the knee. It is common in tamariki (children) and rangatahi (young people).

Fracture

There are many different types of fractures. Your child's treatment will depend on the type of fracture, and where it is.

Growing Pains

Growing pains are common in tamariki (children). They usually happen in the legs and come on at night. Learn more about growing pains and how to manage them.

Irritable Hip In Children

Irritable hip is one of the most common causes of limping in tamariki (children). The medical name for irritable hip is transient synovitis. Irritable hip is not serious and your child will get better with rest and time. 

Knee Pain In Children

Knee pain is common in tamariki (children) and rangatahi (young people). It can happen for many different reasons. Learn more about the different causes of knee pain in tamariki and rangatahi.

Osgood-Schlatter Disease

Osgood-Schlatter disease is a common condition that causes knee pain. It is common in active tamariki (children) and rangatahi (young people). Osgood-Schlatter disease goes away on its own for most tamariki and rangatahi once their bones have stopped growing.

Sever's Disease

Sever’s disease is the most common cause of heel pain in tamariki (children). Symptoms include heel pain and swelling.

Your Child's Arm Plaster

Plasters (also called casts or plaster casts) and splints are used to treat fractures. They allow fractures time to rest and heal.

Your Child's Leg Plaster

Plasters (also called casts or plaster casts) and splints are used to treat fractures. They allow fractures time to rest and heal.