Skeletal growth and development

Changes in the joint shape and bone density in the developing joint are studied to relate observed joint changes to clinical symptoms, progression of the disease, environmental factors and genetic factors. To improve treatment, it is of importance to understand the processes that take place when the joint develops. Pathologies of the hip that occur in childhood and adolescence, such as dysplasia, CAM impingement, Perthes disease and slipped capital femoral epiphysis, have our special attention.

Research goals

  • Unravel the etiopathogenesis of joint development and the development of deformities during growth 
  • Improve treatment choices for children with growth and developmental disorders

Projects

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from 20/11/2023

@t home screening for scoliosis

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from 01/08/2023

GUIDANCE

GUIDed growth of the proximal femur to prevent further hip migrAtion iN CErebral palsy patients
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from 01/08/2023

CHIP-IN

Adductor tenotomy in Cerebral palsy patients for prevention of HIP migration – outcome and predictors of treatment success In the Netherlands.
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