Exclusively for Kids
At CHKD's Center for Bone Health, you will receive comprehensive care from a team of pediatric bone health experts including endocrinologists, orthopedic surgeons, orthopedic physician associates, and registered dietitians. (switch out exercise physio. For the ortho pa)
This comprehensive approach focuses on optimizing your child’s bone health given any underlying conditions that may be present. The team focuses on reducing fracture risk and preventing fractures in our pediatric patients.
Risk Factors for Low Bone Density
- Cancer
- Gaucher's disease
- Osteogenesis imperfecta
- Celiac disease
- Muscular dystrophy
- Repeat Fractures
- Chemotherapy
- Hemophilia
- Ricketts
- Chronic kidney disease
- HIV/AIDS
- Sickle cell disease
- Chronic steroid use
- Inflammatory bowel syndrome
- Seizure disorders
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Nephrotic syndrome
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- Eating Disorders
- Malabsorption syndrome
- Neurofibromatosis
- Organ transplant
Our Services
Patients will undergo a single comprehensive evaluation including assessment by a pediatric endocrinologist, pediatric orthopedic specialist, and a registered dietitian. They will work together to develop an individual care plan, which may include laboratory testing, bone density imaging, medications, nutrition interventions, and physical therapy/activity restrictions.
CHKD offers state-of-the-art DXA scanning in a child-friendly environment. DXA scans in children are best interpreted by a pediatric radiologist in order to appropriately evaluate the bone quality. Our bone health specialists have the expertise to identify low bone density in children and develop the most appropriate treatment plan to improve your child’s bone health and minimize the risk of further bone loss and injury.
