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  Orthopedic surgery in children is an important stage of treatment aimed at improving function, reducing symptoms, and increasing the patient’s independence. For many parents, the appearance of the skin after surgery is just as important, as is the question of how to care for postoperative scars so that they are as inconspicuous as possible in the future. A scar is a natural part of the healing process. The body creates new tissue, which […]

It is with great joy that we look back on the Achondroplasia Conference held in Stężyca; it was a truly special and deeply moving event for us. As the Paley European Institute, we had the pleasure of participating in it and meeting patients, their families, and the entire wonderful community centered around the topic of achondroplasia. Why is this important to us? Achondroplasia is one […]

The end of the immobilization period is one of the most important stages in a child’s return to mobility after SEMLS surgery. For many parents, the moment the cast is removed marks the transition to the next phase of treatment—more active rehabilitation, learning proper movement, and gradually regaining independence. At the same time, many questions may arise: what does the procedure itself involve, will the child feel […]

Leg Lengthening—What Is the Procedure and Who Is It For? Until recently, leg lengthening surgery was associated exclusively with the treatment of serious orthopedic conditions. Today, healthy people are increasingly opting for the procedure to gain a few extra centimeters in height and feel more confident—both at work and in their personal lives. […]

  What does rehabilitation look like after orthopedic surgery for a child? SEMLS (Single-Event Multilevel Surgery) allows for the simultaneous correction of several orthopedic problems in children with neurological disorders, primarily cerebral palsy. The surgery itself, however, is only one stage of treatment. Equally important is a properly planned rehabilitation program following SEMLS surgery, which helps the child regain mobility and learn […]

A child’s return home after orthopedic surgery is an important stage of treatment. This is when parents take on a large part of the daily care—helping with mobility, personal care, administering medications, and following specialists’ recommendations. Home care following a child’s orthopedic surgery requires proper preparation, as the first few weeks after the procedure may look completely different from the family’s previous daily routine. […]