Spinal Fusion Surgery

Spinal fusion surgery stabilizes and corrects the curvature of the spine; and for scoliosis and kyphosis, prevents further curvature of the spine. Stabilizing the spine can improve movement, reduce pain and restore lung function.

External Fixator Exercises: Knee Flexion Stretch (Sitting)

Abby’s Care Journey: Answers, Solutions and Smiles

Abby was referred to Shriners Children’s by a pediatrician in her hometown, who couldn’t figure out why she kept breaking her feet. They knew she needed specialized orthopedic care.

Elizabeth Stands on Her Own Two Feet

Born with cerebral palsy and leg deformities, Elizabeth's family sought orthopedic help at Shriners Children's St. Louis. Today, she walks on her own two feet.

Finding Love for Faith

Recently, Faith had the opportunity to share with FOREIGNER how Shriners Children's has shown her and her family what love really is.

Zoey: The Comeback Kid

One fateful fall day on the soccer field, 15-year-old elite athlete, Zoey, planted her left leg and turned to avoid a collision with an oncoming player. Instantly, Zoey collapsed to the ground.

Mahir's ACL Injury

Mahir panicked when he tore his ACL. At Shriners Children's Philadelphia, he received the BEAR Implant surgery, and after a few months of physical therapy, he is making great progress.

Skin Grafting

Shriners Children’s is advancing care and healing for children with burns. When a part of the body loses its protective covering, we can perform skin grafting, which is a transplantation of skin from one area of the body to another.

Orthopedic Surgery

With their expertise in treating children from toddlers to teens, the pediatric orthopedic surgeons at Shriners Children’s understand the challenges of planning ahead for growing bones and bodies.

Blount's Disease Care

The pediatric orthopedic physicians of Shriners Children's can diagnose Blount’s disease, also known as bowed legs, and recommend the best options for treatment – like bracing or surgery.