Neonatal Orthopedics: A Review of Case Studies
Curry Bordelon1, Leann Baker2, Colleen Moss3
1University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Nursing, Birmingham, AL, USA cjborde@uab.edu.
Neonatal Network : NN
|February 26, 2026
Summary
This article uses case studies to improve neonatal orthopedic care. It details common newborn orthopedic issues, diagnosis, and nursing interventions to enhance stability and function.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal Medicine
- Orthopedic Surgery
Background:
- Neonatal orthopedic conditions require specialized knowledge for optimal outcomes.
- Existing literature provides foundational knowledge, necessitating practical application guidance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To advance neonatal orthopedic knowledge through practice-focused case studies.
- To demonstrate the impact of nursing care on neonatal orthopedic outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Case study approach detailing presentation, diagnostic reasoning (labs and imaging), and nursing interventions.
- Focus on common neonatal orthopedic issues and clinical application.
Main Results:
- Exemplars translate evidence into repeatable workflows.
- Demonstrates how bedside care influences orthopedic stability, comfort, and function.
Conclusions:
- Improved orthopedic stability, comfort, and function in newborns through evidence-based workflows.
- Enhances clinical application of neonatal orthopedic care principles.
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