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Accessory navicular

An accessory navicular is an extra bone or piece of cartilage located on the inner side of the foot, near the navicular bone. It can cause pain and irritation and can make walking and wearing footwear difficult. Learn more about this condition and how it is treated.

Social and emotional effects of having leukemia

Learn how surviving leukemia can affect a child as they grow up.

Ptosis surgery

Learn how ptosis is treated and how to care for your child after the surgery.

Signs and symptoms of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in children

Learn about the signs and symptoms of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), which can cause physical and neurological changes in your child.

Eye patching for amblyopia

Learn how an eye patch can force the weaker eye to work harder so the vision in the eye improves.

Blocked tear ducts

Learn about what a blocked tear duct is, what causes it and the different treatments that may be recommended.

Subtypes of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in children

Learn about the different subtypes of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and how they are diagnosed.

Subtypes of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)

Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) can be broken down into different subtypes. Learn about the subtypes of ALL and how they are identified.

Ptosis in children

Ptosis a condition that causes a droopy upper eyelid or eyelids. Read about what causes ptosis, how it might affect your child and how it is treated.

Treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)

Learn about the different types of treatment for children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).

Flexible flatfeet (pes planus)

Flexible flatfeet is a common condition that represents a normal foot type and does not typically need treatment. Learn more about this condition and how to manage it.

Foot and ankle: Idiopathic toe walking

Learn stretches and strengthening exercises and about proper shoes to help your child if they walk on their toes beyond three years of age.

FAQs for scoliosis surgeons

Find out the answers to several frequently asked questions about scoliosis from leading spine surgeons. Trusted answers from The Hospital for Sick Children.

Developmental dysplasia of the hip: Tips, tricks and messages from caregivers

Read about some of the tips, tricks and messages other caregivers have for parents and caregivers who are new to managing developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH).

Freiberg’s infraction

Freiberg’s infraction occurs when the head of the second metatarsal bone in the foot flattens or collapses causing pain and swelling. It will usually get better with rest and pain management. Learn more about this condition and how to manage it.

Foot and ankle: Metatarsus adductus

Metatarsus adductus occurs when the outside border of the foot curves inwards. Learn more about why this happens and stretches and exercises that may help to straighten the foot.

Forearm fracture

A broken forearm requires six to eight weeks in a cast to heal. Read about follow-up appointments and how to care for your child's arm after the cast has been removed.

Foot and ankle: Positional calcaneovalgus

Positional calcaneovalgus is a condition that can affect one or both of a baby's feet. Find out more about this condition and learn some gentle stretches and exercises that can help to resolve it.

Fractured clavicle (collarbone)

Learn about a fractured clavicle (collarbone), its treatment and expected recovery timelines.

Natural health products and cancer treatment

Learn about possible interactions between cancer treatments and natural health products

Mouth care for children receiving chemotherapy or undergoing blood/marrow transplant

Cells in the mouth can be affected by chemotherapy and radiation to the head and neck area. Learn how to help your child avoid infection with good mouth care.

Parenting a child with leukemia

Learn about ways you can manage the stress of parenting your child with leukemia.

Potential late effects of acute myeloid leukemia treatment

Learn about long-term and late effects from acute myeloid leukemia (AML) treatment.

Signs and symptoms of acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

Learn about the signs and symptoms of acute myeloid leukemia (AML), which can have more severe symptoms than acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).

Self-image and changes to appearance from leukemia

Learn how to help your child accept changes in appearance caused by leukemia treatment.