Understanding and Diagnosing Growth Plate Fractures in Young Athletes

As participation of children and adolescents in organized sports continues to rise, so do concerns about the risk and severity of injury to a child’s growing body. Sudden and gradual onset physical injury is unique to the pediatric population and, if not treated properly, can lead to permanent problems with the bone and with growth.

Charles Goldfarb, MD, shares how growth plate fractures are diagnosed, treated, and when to refer to a specialist.