What Are Common Neonatal Musculoskeletal Disorders?
Several musculoskeletal disorders can be present at birth or develop shortly after. Some common conditions include:
- Clubfoot: A deformity where the foot is twisted out of shape or position. - Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH): An abnormal formation of the hip joint leading to dislocation. - Scoliosis: A sideways curvature of the spine. - Congenital Limb Deficiencies: Absence or severe malformation of limbs. - Spinal Dysraphism: A group of conditions affecting the spine and spinal cord, including spina bifida.
