Lordosis is a deformity of the backbone (spine). It's when the bones of the spine (vertebrae) in the lower back curve inward more than normal.

Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease (or Perthes disease) is a rare hip condition that affects children.

Detailed information on orthopedic disorders in children

Detailed information on the most common types of inflammatory and infectious disorders in children

Detailed information on the most common growth-related disorders in children

A fracture is a partial or complete break in the bone. When a fracture happens, it is classified as either open or closed.

Supportive, or palliative, care is care aimed at comfort of the person versus cure and treatment.

A terminally ill child has many of the same needs as any seriously ill child, including a routine for sleep and rest, and for pain management. Here's what you should know.

Detailed information on care of the terminally ill child

The goal of hospice care is to provide the terminally ill child peace, comfort, and dignity.