Our Pediatric Specialty Care
Pediatric Specialty Care at Shriners Children's Shreveport
Conditions and Treatments
Shriners Children's Shreveport is part of an international pediatric health care system of hospitals, clinics, ambulatory surgery centers and global outreach. We provide a full range of programs, services and support, caring for children in a welcoming, warm, reassuring environment.
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Abnormal Posture
Abnormal posture is a condition associated with spine disorders like kyphosis, which causes the spine to curve into a "hunchback" position.
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Accessory Navicular
An accessory navicular is an extra bone or piece of cartilage in the arch of the foot. Many children born with this condition have no symptoms, while others may feel pain during physical activity. If symptomatic, treatment may be needed.
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Achilles Tendon Ruptures
Achilles tendon injuries may include a rupture, also known as a tear. Early treatment at Shriners Children's for an Achilles tendon tear works best and can help prevent more injury.
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Achondroplasia
Shriners Children's offers comprehensive specialty care for children with dwarfism, including achondroplasia.
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Acromioclavicular Joint Separation
Acromioclavicular joint separation (AC joint separation) is known as a separated shoulder. This frequent injury is a partial or complete separation of the two points of the shoulder. Treatment may include physical therapy or surgery.
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Amniotic Band Syndrome
Shriners Children's skilled physicians have vast experience treating amniotic band syndrome, also known as ABS, which starts in the womb when string-like strands entangle a developing baby.
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Amputations
Amputation due to trauma or as part of a treatment program can be a trying time for children and families, both physically and emotionally. At Shriners Children’s, our goal is to improve the function, mobility and independence of each child.
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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tears
An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear is a common knee injury seen in our sports medicine clinics. Shriners Children's specialists will determine if surgery is needed depending on the severity of the injury.
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Apert Syndrome
Apert Syndrome, also known as acrocephalosyndactyly, is a genetic disorder that presents with deformities of the skull, face and limbs. Symptoms include a high forehead, underdeveloped upper jaw and wide-set eyes. Children can also have problems with their vision and teeth. Craniofacial specialists and reconstructive surgeons at Shriners Children's can treat this condition.
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Aphalangia
Aphalangia is a condition that causes babies to be born without one or more fingers or toes. Shriners Children’s offers several services to treat hand and foot deformities like missing digits.