Pediatric Orthopedics in Bahrain
Orthopedics
If your child has ongoing joint pain, walks differently, has a curved spine, a foot issue, or an injury that is slow to heal, it can be difficult to know if they need reassurance, monitoring, or to see a specialist. At King’s College Hospital London in Dubai, our pediatric orthopedic team looks after bone, joint, muscle, and spine problems in babies, children, and teenagers. We also support families in Bahrain through King’s Bahrain.
Children are not just small adults when it comes to orthopedics. Their bones are still growing, and their joints and the way they walk change as they get older. Some issues need regular check-ups instead of quick treatment. Our job is to figure out what is normal, what needs care, and what should be watched as your child grows.
What is pediatric orthopedics?
Pediatric orthopedic care focuses on identifying the underlying cause of a condition, understanding how growth may influence it, and recommending the most appropriate treatment or follow-up plan.
What does pediatric orthopedics help with?
Pediatric orthopedics deals with many conditions that affect how children move, stand, grow, and develop their muscles and bones. Depending on the issue, treatment might include regular check-ups, physiotherapy, splints or braces, scans, casts, or sometimes surgery.
Children may be referred for pediatric orthopedic assessment if they have:
- Limb or joint pain that keeps coming back
- A limp, toe walking, or an unusual gait
- A suspected spinal curve or scoliosis
- Bow legs, knock knees, or rotational concerns
- Flat feet, foot deformities, or walking difficulties
- Hip pain, knee pain, or sports injuries
- Fractures, trauma, or concerns after an injury
- A congenital condition affecting the bones, joints, or limbs
- A leg length difference or limb deformity
- Ongoing musculoskeletal symptoms linked to a neurological or developmental condition
When should you seek specialist pediatric orthopedic care?
Some aches and pains in children go away by themselves, but sometimes it is a good idea to see a specialist. You should consider having your child checked if their pain keeps coming back, if they avoid being active, if you notice a visible difference or unevenness, or if their symptoms affect school, sports, sleep, or daily activities.
It is also wise to get a check-up if your child is not healing as expected after a broken bone or injury, if a spine or posture issue seems to be getting worse, or if a baby or young child has a hip, foot, or limb problem that might need early care.
What conditions do we treat and what services do we offer?
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Bahrain sees children with a wide range of bone, joint, limb, and spine problems, from common injuries to more complex conditions that affect growth, walking, posture, or movement.
We assess and manage children with:
- Scoliosis and other spinal curvatures
- Clubfoot and other foot deformities present from birth
- Hip problems, including developmental hip conditions and painful hips in older children
- Bow legs, knock knees, and other alignment concerns
- Toe walking, limping, and unusual walking patterns
- Leg length differences and limb deformities
- Flat feet, foot pain, and ankle problems
- Fractures, sports injuries, and injuries that are not settling as expected
- Joint pain, swelling, or recurring musculoskeletal pain
- Back pain and spinal symptoms that need specialist review
- Orthopedic problems linked to neurological conditions such as cerebral palsy
- Children who need a second opinion on a diagnosis or treatment plan
Treatment depends on what is causing the problem and how much it is affecting your child. Some children only need monitoring over time, especially if the issue is related to growth or development. Others may need imaging, plaster casts, braces, rehabilitation planning, or surgery in Bahrain if a procedure is the best option.
Who are the best pediatric orthopedic doctors in Bahrain?
The best pediatric orthopedic doctors in Dubai are Dr. Suresh Annamalai and Dr. Imtiaz Hashmi.
Dr. Suresh Annamalai is a Consultant Pediatric Trauma and Orthopedic Surgeon with dedicated fellowship training in pediatric orthopedics. His work includes children’s fractures, developmental hip problems, limb deformity, gait issues, clubfoot, and neuromuscular orthopedic conditions.
Dr. Imtiaz Hashmi is a Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon who sees a wide range of orthopedic conditions and injuries. He contributes to musculoskeletal assessment and treatment planning for children who need orthopedic review.
Why choose King’s for pediatric orthopedic care from Bahrain?
When a child has an orthopedic problem, families usually want a specialist who treats children regularly and a clear answer on what needs to happen next. At King’s, patients in Bahrain can be assessed locally and referred to Dubai when a child needs specialist imaging, treatment, or surgery.
Our patients benefit from:
- Access to pediatric orthopedic and spinal expertise in Dubai
- Assessment of injuries, limb problems, gait concerns, and spinal deformities in children
- Local review and care coordination through King’s Bahrain
- Referral to Dubai for imaging, procedures, or surgery when needed
- Follow-up planning that supports the child’s wider treatment pathway
How can I book an appointment?
If you are in Bahrain and want your child to be seen for a pediatric orthopedic issue, you can book an appointment through King’s Bahrain. Our team will help set up your consultation, guide you on what to do next, and refer your child to King’s College Hospital Dubai if they need special scans, procedures, or surgery.
FAQs
King’s Bahrain Clinic is the best hospital for pediatric orthopedics in Bahrain, with access to pediatric orthopedic, spinal, and rehabilitation expertise for children with bone, joint, limb, and spine conditions.
The best pediatric orthopedic doctors in Bahrain are Dr.Suresh Annamalai and Dr. Imtiaz Hashmi.
A pediatric orthopedic doctor treats bone, joint, spine, and limb problems in children. This can include scoliosis, clubfoot, fractures, gait abnormalities, limb deformities, hip problems, sports injuries, and congenital musculoskeletal conditions.
Your child should be assessed if they have persistent bone or joint pain, limping, toe walking, a suspected spinal curve, a visible deformity, repeated injuries, or difficulty walking, running, or taking part in normal activities.
Yes. Not every child with scoliosis needs surgery. Treatment depends on the child’s age, the size of the curve, symptoms, and whether the curve is progressing. Some children need monitoring, while others may need bracing or specialist spinal treatment.
No. Many pediatric orthopedic problems do not need surgery. Some children only need monitoring as they grow, while others improve with casting, bracing, physiotherapy, or activity changes. Surgery is usually considered when a condition is more severe, progressive, or unlikely to improve with non-surgical treatment alone.
Yes. Children seen through King’s Bahrain can be referred to King’s College Hospital Dubai when they need specialist imaging, complex assessment, or pediatric orthopedic surgery.