Rickets & Bone Disorders
Advanced diagnostics for nutritional and genetic rickets, calcium/vitamin D deficiency, and bone fragility.
Understanding Rickets & Bone Disorders in Children
Rickets and metabolic bone disorders affect growing bones in children, leading to softness, widening of growth plates, and structural deformities.
Dr. Smita Ramachandran provides expert differential diagnosis between nutritional vitamin D deficiency and genetic or renal forms such as X-linked hypophosphatemic rickets (XLH).
Strong bones in childhood lay the unbreakable foundation for a lifetime of active vitality.
Early attention can make a difference.
Bowed legs, knock knees, delayed walking, or recurrent fractures in children should be evaluated promptly by a pediatric bone specialist.
Bowing of the Legs
Outward curve of shins or knees noticeable when walking begins
Widened Wrists & Ankles
Swollen or flared bone ends at the growth plates
Delayed Motor Milestones
Reluctance to walk, delayed walking, or waddling gait
Delayed Teething
Late eruption of primary teeth or weakened dental enamel
Recurrent Bone Fractures
Fractures occurring with low-energy playground bumps
Bone Pain & Muscle Weakness
Aches in legs or arms during routine daily activities
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Different Types of Rickets & Bone Disorders
Distinguishing nutritional from genetic bone disorders ensures targeted, effective therapy.
Nutritional Rickets
Vitamin D and dietary calcium deficiency responding promptly to tailored therapeutic supplementation.
Hypophosphatemic Rickets (XLH)
Genetic renal phosphate wasting requiring specialized phosphate and active calcitriol therapy.
Osteogenesis Imperfecta & Fragility
Collagen disorders causing bone fragility, treated with specialized bisphosphonate protocols.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to some of the most common questions about rickets & bone disorders and your child's endocrine health.
Yes, many cases can be prevented with adequate vitamin D and calcium intake.
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Partnering for Your Child's Healthy Tomorrow
Specialised, evidence-based endocrine evaluations and compassionate long-term care by Dr. Smita Ramachandran.