AI Article Synopsis
- Childhood obesity affects about 20% of American kids and teens, leading to orthopedic issues.
- Obesity impacts the growing musculoskeletal system, causing lower bone mass and higher risk of injuries, fractures, and deformities.
- Non-surgical treatments like casting or bracing may not be effective due to body size, and surgeries carry a higher risk of complications.
Article Abstract
The current childhood obesity epidemic, affecting approximately 20% of American children and adolescents, is accompanied by unique orthopedic manifestations. The growing musculoskeletal system is susceptible to the endocrine effects of obesity, resulting in decreased bone mass and quality. As a result, obese children are at increased risk of musculoskeletal injury, fracture, and lower extremity deformities. The efficacy of nonoperative treatment such as casting or bracing may be limited by body habitus and surgical treatment is accompanied by increased risk of perioperative complications.
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