{"id":638,"date":"2026-01-29T16:36:59","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T16:36:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/family.opsb.com\/?page_id=638"},"modified":"2026-05-27T17:23:41","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T17:23:41","slug":"surgical-resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/surgical-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Surgical Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg 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href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/does-my-child-need-scoliosis-surgery-a-guide-for-parents\/#Understanding_Adolescent_Idiopathic_Scoliosis\" >Understanding Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/does-my-child-need-scoliosis-surgery-a-guide-for-parents\/#When_is_surgery_considered\" >When is surgery considered?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/does-my-child-need-scoliosis-surgery-a-guide-for-parents\/#What_scoliosis_treatment_options_exist_for_teens\" >What scoliosis treatment options exist for teens?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/does-my-child-need-scoliosis-surgery-a-guide-for-parents\/#What_is_the_most_common_fear_parents_have_about_surgery\" >What is the most common fear parents have about surgery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/does-my-child-need-scoliosis-surgery-a-guide-for-parents\/#Common_questions_during_their_first_surgical_consultation\" >Common questions during their first surgical consultation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/does-my-child-need-scoliosis-surgery-a-guide-for-parents\/#What_are_the_most_important_factors_parents_should_consider\" >What are the most important factors parents should consider?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/does-my-child-need-scoliosis-surgery-a-guide-for-parents\/#How_urgent_are_most_surgical_decisions\" >How urgent are most surgical decisions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/does-my-child-need-scoliosis-surgery-a-guide-for-parents\/#How_can_parents_know_theyre_making_the_right_choice\" >How can parents know they\u2019re making the right choice?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/does-my-child-need-scoliosis-surgery-a-guide-for-parents\/#What_are_the_realistic_risks_of_scoliosis_surgery\" >What are the realistic risks of scoliosis surgery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/does-my-child-need-scoliosis-surgery-a-guide-for-parents\/#How_often_do_patients_return_to_normal_activity\" >How often do patients return to normal activity?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/does-my-child-need-scoliosis-surgery-a-guide-for-parents\/#What_does_the_hospital_stay_typically_look_like\" >What does the hospital stay typically look like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/does-my-child-need-scoliosis-surgery-a-guide-for-parents\/#How_long_is_recovery_What_about_school_and_sports\" >How long is recovery? 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decisions, unfamiliar terms, and a lot of questions all at one. <strong>Our Surgical Resources<\/strong> are here to help you feel informed, supported, and confident as you navigate your child\u2019s care.<\/p>\n<p>This page brings together <strong>family-friendly information<\/strong> about pediatric surgical solutions used to treat <strong>trauma, deformity, scoliosis, and complex orthopedic conditions, <\/strong>along with tools and resources that complement your child\u2019s bracing and recovery journey.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div class='av-flex-placeholder'><\/div><div  class='flex_column av-bg29n-ed3921d68496cf777580f354c952fd29 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-4  el_after_av_one_half  avia-builder-el-last  flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-top  '     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mgr3ifpi-3315daf1616b11ce8426c83a009be59d\">\n.avia-image-container.av-mgr3ifpi-3315daf1616b11ce8426c83a009be59d 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Their bones are still growing, their bodies change quickly, and their needs evolve over time. Surgical solutions designed for adults don\u2019t account for growth, development, or long-term mobility. OP\u2019s pediatric-only focus means every device, tool, and technology is thoughtfully designed with a child\u2019s anatomy, healing process, and future in mind.<\/p>\n<p>Because OP is dedicated exclusively to pediatric care, their surgical solutions are built to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Support growing bones and developing bodies<\/li>\n<li>Adapt to a child\u2019s changing needs over time<\/li>\n<li>Prioritize long-term function and mobility\u2014not just short-term repair<\/li>\n<li>Reduce the need for future interventions whenever possible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This kid-first approach helps surgeons choose solutions that align with how children heal, move, and grow, meaning care decisions are made with both today and tomorrow in mind.<\/p>\n<h3>Part of a Connected Pediatric Care Journey<\/h3>\n<p>OP\u2019s surgical solutions work hand-in-hand with pediatric bracing and orthotic care, creating continuity across treatment, recovery, and rehabilitation. This integrated approach helps ensure children receive thoughtful, age-appropriate care at every stage\u2014before surgery, after surgery, and as they grow.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mgr4v6by-23-8ebd6efa9f4cb66f1450aff8cd1e345c\">\n.av-layout-tab.av-mgr4v6by-23-8ebd6efa9f4cb66f1450aff8cd1e345c{\nvertical-align:middle;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='av-tab-section-1-2' class='av-layout-tab av-mgr4v6by-23-8ebd6efa9f4cb66f1450aff8cd1e345c av-animation-delay-container  avia-builder-el-12  el_after_av_tab_sub_section  avia-builder-el-last  ' data-av-deeplink-tabs=\"\" data-av-tab-section-content=\"2\" data-tab-section-id=\"a-connected-approach-to-pediatric-care\"><div class=\"av-layout-tab-inner\"><div class=\"container\"><p><div  class='flex_column av-ruekz-aedf001b5be64d3f6afc4087a1a0e417 av_two_fifth  avia-builder-el-13  el_before_av_three_fifth  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div  '     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mgr4wb7e-22-dadd8551fdc7aecfc2dc5eedb1360647\">\n.avia-image-container.av-mgr4wb7e-22-dadd8551fdc7aecfc2dc5eedb1360647 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-mgr4wb7e-22-dadd8551fdc7aecfc2dc5eedb1360647 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-mgr4wb7e-22-dadd8551fdc7aecfc2dc5eedb1360647 av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-14  avia-builder-el-no-sibling '   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-496 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-496 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/Screenshot-2025-11-06-145009.png\" alt='femur fracture' title='femur fracture'  height=\"590\" width=\"406\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/Screenshot-2025-11-06-145009.png 406w, https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/Screenshot-2025-11-06-145009-206x300.png 206w, https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/11\/Screenshot-2025-11-06-145009-133x193.png 133w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 406px) 100vw, 406px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class='flex_column av-isq1n-66986b66401ed7360de11cdffdcd79c0 av_three_fifth  avia-builder-el-15  el_after_av_two_fifth  avia-builder-el-last  flex_column_div  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-mgr4wzk6-21-a5c13acc0df85803d8b8c80fea8a2f9a '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3>A Connected Approach to Pediatric Care<\/h3>\n<p>OP Specialty Bracing (OPSB) is a division of OrthoPediatrics (OP). Together, they share a single focus: supporting kids and families through every stage of orthopedic care.<\/p>\n<p>The Family Resource Hub was created to give families clear, reliable information\u2014so you feel informed, supported, and confident in caring for your child. That same philosophy guides how OP and OPSB work together. Surgical solutions and bracing care aren\u2019t separate experiences; they\u2019re connected parts of one child-centered treatment journey.<\/p>\n<p>Because OP and OPSB are aligned, families benefit from:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pediatric-only solutions designed specifically for growing children<\/li>\n<li>Better continuity between surgical treatment and bracing support<\/li>\n<li>Resources that help families understand what to expect before, during, and after care<\/li>\n<li>A coordinated approach that supports healing, recovery, and long-term mobility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div id='av_section_2'  class='avia-section av-mgs1t6n8-7ab3462b963553d106ecbc31633fa413 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-17  el_after_av_tab_section  el_before_av_section  blue-bg-row unset-row flex-row avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div 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src=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/Group-5246-1.png\" alt='' title='Group 5246 (1)'  height=\"462\" width=\"614\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/Group-5246-1.png 614w, https:\/\/opsb.com\/family-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/10\/Group-5246-1-300x226.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 614px) 100vw, 614px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-mgs28m0c-3e7d3acf0b2d430a3e777eec6b641de4 av_three_fifth  avia-builder-el-19  el_after_av_image  avia-builder-el-last  white-bg-col first flex_column_div  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-mgs1p5k5-5a03af57084d406e3f2d12fc3faaae8d '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Different Divisions of OP Surgical<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-dx5dy-7ef4917b81091f91f181f42e40f36df3\">\n#top .hr.hr-invisible.av-dx5dy-7ef4917b81091f91f181f42e40f36df3{\nheight:30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='hr av-dx5dy-7ef4917b81091f91f181f42e40f36df3 hr-invisible  avia-builder-el-21  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_toggle_container '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><br \/>\n<div  class='togglecontainer av-mgr4yd0v-11-28e9b05e25e3e4a3f5ee25744f92aa9a  avia-builder-el-22  el_after_av_hr  avia-builder-el-last  toggle_close_all' >\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-mgr4xog4-10-7fe92006ea147fef4ce331369dcd3714'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-scoliosis' data-fake-id='#scoliosis' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='scoliosis' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"Scoliosis\" data-title-open=\"\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: Scoliosis\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: Scoliosis\">Scoliosis<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='scoliosis' aria-labelledby='toggle-scoliosis' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Scoliosis surgery for children is different because a child\u2019s spine is still growing. OP designs <strong>pediatric-specific scoliosis systems<\/strong> that may guide growth over time or correct spinal curves when surgery is needed. These include <strong>growth-friendly guided growth systems<\/strong>, <strong>less invasive motion-preserving options for select curves<\/strong>, and <strong>pediatric spinal implants<\/strong> designed specifically for children\u2014not adapted from adult devices.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"avia-button avia-color-theme-color-highlight\" href=\"https:\/\/www.orthopediatrics.com\/products-services\/pediatric-scoliosis\/\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more about OP&#8217;s Scoliosis Surgical Solutions <\/a> <a class=\"avia-button avia-color-theme-color-highlight\" href=\"https:\/\/apifix.com\/patients-families\/adolescent-idiopathic-scoliosis\/\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-mgtskhh3-35c8fb6bd154e9d07fafaaa636fadc7b'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-trauma-deformity' data-fake-id='#trauma-deformity' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='trauma-deformity' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"Trauma &amp; Deformity\" data-title-open=\"\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: Trauma &amp; Deformity\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: Trauma &amp; Deformity\">Trauma & Deformity<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='trauma-deformity' aria-labelledby='toggle-trauma-deformity' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Children\u2019s bones heal faster and differently than adults\u2019, and protecting growth plates is essential. OP offers a wide range of <strong>pediatric plates, screws, rods, and intramedullary nails<\/strong> designed specifically for children\u2019s anatomy. These devices help stabilize fractures, correct bone alignment, and support healing while allowing for healthy growth.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"avia-button avia-color-theme-color-highlight\" href=\"https:\/\/www.orthopediatrics.com\/products-services\/trauma\/\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more about OP&#8217;s Trauma Solutions<\/a> <a class=\"avia-button avia-color-theme-color-highlight\" href=\"https:\/\/www.orthopediatrics.com\/products-services\/deformity-correction\/\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more about OP&#8217;s Deformity Solutions<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-mgtsku2e-69c4190bdef27870fafc19f4c4b90b34'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-ex-fix' data-fake-id='#ex-fix' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='ex-fix' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"External Fixation (Ex-Fix)\" data-title-open=\"\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: External Fixation (Ex-Fix)\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: External Fixation (Ex-Fix)\">External Fixation (Ex-Fix)<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='ex-fix' aria-labelledby='toggle-ex-fix' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>External fixation is often used in children because it allows for <strong>adjustments over time<\/strong> as bones heal or lengthen. OP\u2019s pediatric external fixation solutions include <strong>circular frames<\/strong>, <strong>rail systems<\/strong>, and <strong>smaller, child-specific fixators<\/strong> used for fracture stabilization, deformity correction, and limb lengthening. These devices are designed with growing bodies in mind.<\/p>\n<a class=\"avia-button avia-color-theme-color-highlight\" href=\"https:\/\/www.orthopediatrics.com\/products-services\/external-fixation\/\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more about OP&#8217;s External Fixation Solutions <\/a>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-mgtslqh7-f8bacc9b4fd43484ab204b7c52dff856'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-enabling-techonology' data-fake-id='#enabling-techonology' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='enabling-techonology' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"Enabling Technology\" data-title-open=\"\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: Enabling Technology\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: Enabling Technology\">Enabling Technology<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='enabling-techonology' aria-labelledby='toggle-enabling-techonology' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Enabling technologies help surgeons plan and perform pediatric surgery with greater precision. OP\u2019s enabling solutions include <strong>advanced imaging and navigation systems<\/strong> and <strong>patient-specific planning tools<\/strong>, such as 3D models and guides created specifically for children\u2019s anatomy. Because kids are still growing, accuracy matters. These technologies help support safer procedures, more personalized care, and better long-term results.<\/p>\n<a class=\"avia-button avia-color-theme-color-highlight\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsenablingtech.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more about OP&#8217;s Enabling Technology<\/a>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/p><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='av_section_3'  class='avia-section av-mgs3aand-89843cb13242a223766525a22646da36 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-23  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-638'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<div class='flex_column_table av-ggro3-32dd49ec5695e95a7eb41dd646f45a6f sc-av_one_half av-equal-height-column-flextable'><div  class='flex_column av-ggro3-32dd49ec5695e95a7eb41dd646f45a6f av_one_half  avia-builder-el-24  el_before_av_one_half  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle  '     ><div  class='avia-video av-mhnu9tdt-17664b3f5dadaa037903ce19c94a028c avia-video-16-9 av-no-preview-image avia-video-load-always av-lazyload-immediate av-lazyload-video-embed'  itemprop=\"video\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"  data-original_url='https:\/\/vimeo.com\/1168275233?fl=tl&fe=ec'><script type='text\/html' class='av-video-tmpl'><div class='avia-iframe-wrap'><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Patient Spotlight Series: Dempsey&#039;s Story\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1168275233?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963&autoplay=0&loop=0&controls=1&muted=0\" width=\"1280\" height=\"676\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/script><div class='av-click-to-play-overlay'><div class=\"avia_playpause_icon\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='av-flex-placeholder'><\/div><div  class='flex_column av-aa2oz-f5fd23e01dff68b67b719e3094257bbd av_one_half  avia-builder-el-26  el_after_av_one_half  avia-builder-el-last  flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-mgs3diy8-bf2a32976d95d1cf8ddbaf5b21c509ff '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock patient-story'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3>Patient Story<\/h3>\n<h2>Dempsey&#8217;s Patient Story<\/h2>\n<p>A fall while skiing changed everything in seconds. For 12-year-old Dempsey, it meant a broken clavicle, a tough call about surgery, and a race to get back to lacrosse. In this Patient Spotlight Story, Dempsey and his family share what it felt like to get that first phone call, see the X-rays, and choose a surgical path after the bone broke in two places. Along the way, a family group chat connected the dots fast, and OP&#8217;s team recognized the need for a pediatric-fit implant option, not an adult plate bent to work. Because recovery isn&#8217;t only physical, you&#8217;ll also hear the honest parts, the fear of missing a season, the nerves of taking contact again, and the relief of seeing full mobility return.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><\/div><!--close column table wrapper. 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