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Constipation for Parents
Constipation is a very common problem among kids, and it usually occurs because a child's diet doesn't include enough fluids and fiber. In most cases, simple changes can help kids go.
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Cerebral Palsy for Teens
Cerebral palsy is one of the most common developmental disabilities in the United States. It affects a person's ability to move and coordinate body movements.
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Halo-Gravity Traction for Parents
Halo-gravity traction is a way to pull the head and spine upward. Doctors use it to treat curvature of the spine and to prepare kids for spinal fusion surgery.
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All About Orthodontia for Teens
Just getting braces and have no idea what to expect? Had braces for a while but wonder what's going on in there? Whatever your situation is, you're not alone: millions of teens have braces.
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Clubfoot (Topic Center) for Parents
Clubfoot is when a baby is born with feet that point down and turn in. The condition usually can be fixed without surgery. Here's what parents should know.
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Going to a Physical Therapist for Kids
Physical therapy uses exercises and other special treatments to help people move their bodies. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Undescended Testicles (Cryptorchidism) for Parents
Shortly before birth, a boy's testicles usually descend into the scrotum. When a testicle doesn't make the move, this is called cryptorchidism, or undescended testicles.
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Nursemaid's Elbow for Parents
Young kids are at risk for a common injury known as nursemaid's elbow, which is easy for a doctor to fix. To help prevent it, never swing or lift a child by the lower arm, hands, or wrists.
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Your Baby's Hearing, Vision, and Other Senses: 9 Months for Parents
Here's how you can stimulate your baby's senses and provide a safe environment for exploration.
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Your Baby's Hearing, Vision, and Other Senses: 11 Months for Parents
Here's how you can stimulate your baby's senses and provide a safe environment for exploration.