Rickets Treatment
Treated by Dr. Nargesh Agrawal at Child Ortho Care. Specialised approach. Conservative first. Family at the centre.
What is Rickets?
Rickets is a childhood bone disorder caused by a deficiency of vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate, leading to soft and weak bones. It primarily affects children during growth phases and may result in bowlegs, knock knees, delayed milestones, and bone deformities.
Rickets is preventable and treatable, especially when diagnosed early. At Child OrthoCare, we offer comprehensive medical and surgical care to help children regain bone strength and proper alignment.
Key Facts About Rickets
Most common in children aged 6 months to 3 years
Caused by poor sunlight exposure or nutritional deficiency
Common symptoms include delayed walking, bowed legs, and bone pain
Early diagnosis can reverse symptoms with proper treatment
Severe cases may need orthopedic correction
Causes of Rickets
Rickets may develop due to:
Vitamin D deficiency from lack of sun exposure
Calcium or phosphate deficiency in diet
Malabsorption syndromes (e.g., celiac disease)
Chronic kidney or liver disease affecting vitamin D metabolism
Genetic disorders like hypophosphatemic rickets (rare)
Symptoms and Consequences
Common Symptoms
- Bowlegs or knock knees
- Delayed crawling or walking
- Swelling at wrists, knees, or ribs
- Bone tenderness and easy fractures
- Weak muscle tone or delayed development
- Dental problems
If Left Untreated
- Progressive bone deformities
- Stunted growth
- Poor posture and joint problems
- Permanent limb misalignment
- Pain and mobility limitations
Rickets Treatment at Child OrthoCare
At Child OrthoCare , led by pediatric orthopedic expert Dr. Nargesh Agrawal , we offer complete care — from diagnosis to bone correction.
Accurate Diagnosis
Medical Management
Physiotherapy and Monitoring
Surgical Correction (if needed)
Did You Know?
Even in sunny countries like India, vitamin D deficiency is common due to limited outdoor activity and covered clothing
Breastfed babies may need vitamin D supplementation if not exposed to sunlight
Rickets is rare in children who play outdoors regularly and consume fortified foods
Early treatment can fully reverse most symptoms
Myths and Facts About Rickets
Rickets only happens in poor or malnourished children.
Even well-fed children can develop rickets due to vitamin D deficiency.
All bowlegs mean rickets.
Physiologic bowlegs are common under age 2; true rickets needs blood tests and X-rays for diagnosis.
Sunlight alone is enough to prevent rickets.
In some cases, supplementation is essential, especially in winter or urban areas.
Rickets always needs surgery.
Most cases improve with medical treatment; surgery is only needed for severe deformities.
Medical Tourism for Rickets and Bone Disorders
At Child OrthoCare, Delhi, we welcome families from around the world seeking expert care for pediatric bone conditions, including rickets and deformity correction.
Why families trust us:
- Expert care from pediatric orthopedic surgeon Dr. Nargesh Agrawal
- Multidisciplinary support: nutrition, physiotherapy, surgery
- Affordable treatment plans
- End-to-end support for medical visas and accommodation
- Follow-up care via video consultations
Don’t Delay. Let’s Build Stronger Bones Today.
If your child shows signs of bone weakness, bowed legs, or delayed walking, early diagnosis is key. With the right care, rickets is fully treatable.