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Sleep Psychology Connecticut Children’s Sleep Center is one of the few in the nation with a dedicated, board-certified sleep psychologist, who works alongside our board-certified physicians to diagnose and treat children who have difficulty falling or staying asleep. Addressing the psychological Service/Program
Sleep Studies A child affected by sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea or insomnia, may have problems related to learning, behavior and mood. In our pediatric polysomnography laboratory (sleep lab), Connecticut Children’s offers testing (sleep studies) and treatment for disorders that disturb Service/Program
Concussion Management Concussions require prompt diagnosis and treatment. Concussions are one of the top sports-related injuries. That’s why Connecticut Children’s Sports Medicine has developed a comprehensive, sports-related concussion program for adolescent and young adult athletes. This program Service/Program
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Same-Day Sports Clinic Connecticut Children’s Sports Medicine program offers a same-day sports medicine clinic in Farmington, Glastonbury, Danbury and Westport for acute and urgent care needs for student-athletes. Services include: X-rays Ultrasound Casting Splinting Initial therapy steps Contact 860 Article
The New Flu Mutation: What Parents Need to Know By Ian C. Michelow, MD, FCPaed: If you think back to COVID days, virus mutations are nothing new. This year, health experts are flagging a variant of the seasonal influenza virus that might not be well matched to this year’s flu shot. Connecticut Children’s Ian Michelow, MD, infectious diseases specialist
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Sports Injury Prevention and Performance Enhancement Injuries among adolescent and young adult athletes are preventable in many cases. Sports Medicine aims to increase strength of joint and muscle groups, build endurance and coach the proper movement mechanics. Sports injury prevention is designed to reduce the likelihood of Article
Developmental Holiday Gift Guide for Kids: OT-Recommended The holiday season is just around the corner, and finding the perfect gift for your child can sometimes feel overwhelming—especially if you're looking for something that’s both fun and beneficial for their development. That's why our team of Occupational Therapists at Connecticut
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Transitional Therapy This specialized service is perfect for competitive and recreational athletes of all ages who want to excel their sports performance and reduce their risk of injury with evidence-based exercise programs. We offer professional guidance through continued rehabilitation and training Article
Connecticut Children's Celebrates Grand Opening Of Landmark Clinical Tower Hartford, Conn. – December 4, 2025 – Connecticut Children’s today celebrated a historic milestone with the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art clinical tower, marking the largest expansion in the organization’s history and redefining the future of pediatric health care in
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Alternative and Supplemental Therapies Article
Sever’s Disease in Kids: Home Remedies vs. When to See a Doctor By Anthony Pastore, MS, PA-C: One of the most common causes of heel pain in growing kids is Sever’s disease, also called calcaneal apophysitis. It may sound scary, but it’s temporary and treatable—and eventually improves as kids grow. Here’s what to about Sever’s disease, how to help at home, and when it’s
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Adult Congenital Heart Service Connecticut Children’s cardiologists are experts at treating patients with adult congenital heart disease (ACHD). We specialize in the complex anatomy and heart function of ACHD. Through our Pediatric Care Alliance with Hartford HealthCare , we collaborate with Hartford Hospital Article
Ensuring Every Child Gets the Care They Deserve: How Physicians Advocate for Families By Michael Isakoff, MD: When your child is sick or needs specialized care, nothing else matters. You focus on their health, on getting them the care they need, and on being there for them every step of the way. For any parent, even small barriers, such as long waits, limited specialists, or complicated