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Suggest Treatment For Deformity In Foot Caused By Femur Fracture In Children

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Posted on Tue, 30 Jun 2015
Question: I have been taking my now four year old daughter to an OT and to a PT (but was discharged after one month) since she was 3. She broke her femur in Russia before coming home. She walks down the stairs with her right foot turned outward. OT says no big deal so does family doctor but I feel like she is struggling. It's unstable and she can not rotate feet down the stairs without support. She will be five in August. What is your opinion?
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Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (35 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
there is possibility of femoral mal rotation deformity

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have read your query.
There is possibility of mal rotation at femur fracture.
due to rotation deformity at fracture her foot is getting outward while walking.
rotation deformity may not correct with growth so you need to consult orthopaedic doctor.
he may advice x ray and further investigation to confirm malunion.
surgical correction will help to get normal walking.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer.
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Suggest Treatment For Deformity In Foot Caused By Femur Fracture In Children

Brief Answer: there is possibility of femoral mal rotation deformity Detailed Answer: Hello I have read your query. There is possibility of mal rotation at femur fracture. due to rotation deformity at fracture her foot is getting outward while walking. rotation deformity may not correct with growth so you need to consult orthopaedic doctor. he may advice x ray and further investigation to confirm malunion. surgical correction will help to get normal walking. I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer.