Common symptoms
- Comprehensive orthopedic evaluation
- Same-day imaging at most offices
- Conservative-first care plan tailored to your goals
- Coordinated specialty referrals when needed
- In-network insurance for most major carriers
Pediatric orthopedic care at LAOSS.
Specialized care for growing bones, joints, and muscles. Pediatric patients aren't small adults: their bones and joints heal differently, and treatment plans need to account for growth, activity, and the long road ahead.
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Board-certified surgeons and podiatrists across eight Los Angeles area neighborhoods.
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Key takeaways
- Specialty pediatric orthopedic care across LAOSS, led by a board-certified pediatric orthopedic surgeon.
- Common cases: fractures, growth-plate injuries, sports injuries, scoliosis, hip and foot conditions.
- Coordinated with school, sports, and family schedules. Same-day appointments for acute injuries.
- In-network with most family insurance plans.
About pediatric orthopedics
Pediatric orthopedics is part of the orthopedic care we offer at LAOSS. Below, we walk through the anatomy involved, who benefits from this service, what it looks like at our clinics, and the recovery and risk considerations to weigh.
Our specialists move stepwise: start with the least-invasive option that fits, escalate only when it doesn't.
Watch: Osgood-Schlatter Disease
This is a type of injury that causes knee pain in children. It's an inflammation of a growth plate in the tibia. Growth plates are places where new bone tissue forms. They are found in the long bones of growing children. But growth plates are weaker than the surrounding bone. That makes them easier to injure.
Inside the musculoskeletal system.
Most musculoskeletal pain comes down to one of four tissues: bone, cartilage, ligament/tendon, or muscle. The right care starts with the right diagnosis.
What we offer with pediatric orthopedics.
Common causes
- New patients exploring an orthopedic complaint
- Existing LAOSS patients continuing care
- Patients seeking a second opinion
- Young athletes and active kids of every age
How we start treatment
When you book with LAOSS for pediatric orthopedics, here's the flow:
- Initial visit: detailed history, focused exam, on-site X-ray when needed
- Diagnosis & plan: most patients leave with imaging-confirmed answers and a written treatment plan
- Treatment: whether that's a cast or brace, physical therapy, or surgery, your specialist stays involved at every step
- Follow-up: measured benchmarks, direct line to your care team, plan adjustments as recovery progresses
Orthopedic care, conservative-first.
We start with the least-invasive option that fits, and escalate only when it doesn't.
Conservative care
Step 1Conservative care first
Non-surgical options designed to relieve pain, restore movement, and avoid the OR when possible.
- Casting, splinting, or bracing for fractures and growth-plate injuries
- Rest from sports and a gradual, guided return to play
- Physical therapy for strength, flexibility, and movement
- Watchful waiting with repeat exams and X-rays as your child grows
- Bracing or casting for scoliosis and for hip and foot conditions when needed
Surgical care
When neededSurgical options when needed
Minimally invasive and reconstructive procedures performed by board-certified orthopedic surgeons.
- Setting a displaced fracture and holding it with pins, rods, or a plate
- Repair of growth-plate fractures to protect future growth
- Arthroscopic surgery for sports injuries, using techniques that protect the growth plates
- Surgery for hip, foot, or spine conditions that do not respond to bracing or casting
Why experience matters.
Why experience matters
Orthopedic care is highly technique-dependent. Volume, training, and judgment together determine the outcome you feel six months later.
- Precise diagnosis from imaging and exam
- Conservative-first care that avoids unnecessary surgery
- Technique refined over thousands of cases
- On-site imaging + coordinated PT through your in-network provider
The LAOSS approach
Our orthopedic specialists move stepwise: start with the least-invasive option that fits, escalate only when it doesn't.
- Same-day imaging at most offices
- PT coordinated in your insurance network
- Board-certified specialists performing the procedures themselves
- Direct access to your specialist between visits
Is my child a candidate?
If most of these match your situation, an evaluation with a orthopedic specialist is the next step.
Your child may be a candidate if
These signs typically point toward this service being a good fit.
- Orthopedic pain or dysfunction lasting more than a few days
- Swelling, instability, or noticeable change in function
- Symptoms that limit walking, play, sports, sleep, or school
- Previous treatment that didn't fully resolve the problem
- Imaging or exam findings that suggest an underlying issue
What evaluation includes
Your first visit is built to give you an answer the same day, not just another referral.
- Detailed history: onset, mechanism, what makes it better or worse
- Hands-on exam focused on the affected joint or region
- On-site imaging at most offices (X-ray, ultrasound)
- Clear plan with options ranging from conservative to surgical
- Same-day or next-day scheduling for any follow-up tests
ImportantSeek urgent evaluation for sudden severe pain, numbness, progressive weakness, or any sign of infection (fever, increasing redness or swelling).
Your orthopedic recovery roadmap.
Recovery is rarely a straight line, but a clear plan with measurable milestones makes the path predictable.
- Days 0 to 14
Right after care
In the first two weeks we focus on protecting the affected area, calming inflammation, and restoring basic motion.
- Activity modification with clear do/don't guidance
- Ice, elevation, and pain control as needed
- Gentle range-of-motion within safe limits
- Follow-up scheduled to track healing
- Weeks 2 to 8
Rehabilitation
Targeted physical therapy rebuilds strength, mobility, and confidence in the affected area.
- Progressive strengthening and neuromuscular work
- Manual therapy and soft-tissue treatment
- Sport-specific movement re-training
- Coordinated PT through your in-network provider
- Months 2+
Long-term care
Once function is restored, the focus shifts to keeping you there, and catching any recurrence early.
- Return-to-activity plan with measured benchmarks
- Home program tailored to your child's sport and activities
- Maintenance visits or imaging if symptoms change
- Direct line back to your specialist if needed
Risks & considerations
What to weigh before you decide.
We talk through the risks and benefits with every patient. Informed consent is a conversation, not a form.
General considerations
Every orthopedic intervention carries a small set of standard risks. We screen, prepare, and monitor for these on every patient.
- Infection (rare with modern technique and prophylaxis)
- Bleeding or bruising at the treatment site
- Reaction to anesthesia or medications
- Need for additional procedures in some cases
Treatment-specific considerations
Some risks are tied to the structures we're treating. We discuss these in detail at your visit so you can weigh them against the benefits.
- Temporary stiffness or weakness during recovery
- Incomplete pain relief in a small percentage of cases
- Nerve or vessel irritation near the treatment area
- Need for follow-up therapy to fully restore function
Meet our orthopedic specialists
At LAOSS, our orthopedic specialists are board-certified and treat these problems every day. From minimally invasive techniques to coordinating your rehab, our physicians bring decades of experience to every case. We have cared for Los Angeles patients since 2007, with one goal for each: less pain, better movement, and a return to the activities you love.
Reliable pediatric orthopedic care starts here
With same- or next-day appointments at eight Los Angeles-area offices, you'll never wait weeks or months for answers. Whether your child needs a cast, physical therapy, or surgery, we plan it with your family and coordinate each step.
Call or schedule online today to see an orthopedic specialist in Los Angeles.
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Pediatric orthopedics: FAQ.
- Birth through adolescence (typically up to age 18). For young adult patients with sports injuries, our general sports medicine team may also be a good fit.
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