British Society for Children's Orthopaedic Surgery (BSCOS) - The Child in Pain

4.30pm – 6pm BST, 23 September 2026 ‐ 1 hour 30 mins

Room: Nexus

Specialist Society

Pain in children presents unique diagnostic and management challenges. This session will explore the broad differential diagnosis of musculoskeletal pain in the paediatric population, ranging from common benign conditions to serious pathology requiring urgent intervention. Through case-based discussion and expert insights, the session will highlight key clinical features, red flags, and practical approaches to assessment and management. 

Chairs: Pranai Buddhdev & Sukhdeep Dulai

Agenda:

16:30 - 16:35  Session Chair Remarks

16:35 - 16:45  Zacharia Silk, Consultant Spinal Surgeon, Evelina London Children’s Hospital

The Child with Back Pain

16:45 - 16:55  Vitty Bucknall, Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon, Alderhey Children's Hospital Trust

The Child with Hip Pain

16:55 - 17:05  Morgan Bailey, Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon, Southampton Children's Hospital 

The Child with Knee Pain

17:05 - 17:15  Stephen Ng Man Sun, Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon, Chelsea & Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

The Child with Foot Pain

17:15 - 17:25  Sachin Rastogi, Consultant in Pain Management & Anaesthesia, Great North Children’s Hospital

The Child in Pain

17:25 - 17:55  Interactive Expert Panel

Challenging Cases with Audience Interaction Using Mentimeter

17:55 - 18:00  Closing Remarks and Key Take-Home Messages