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Patient Story
Alecs Osteogenesis Imperfecta Journey
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/11/Alecs-Osteogenesis-Imperfecta-JourneyAlec doesn’t let anything keep him on the sidelines. He was born with osteogenesis imperfecta, or brittle bone disease, a genetic bone disorder characterized by fragile bones that can frequently and easily break.
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Podcast
Gait Analysis in Children and Osteogenesis Imperfecta
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2021/07/Gait-Analysis-in-Children-and-Osteogenesis-ImperfectaPodcast with Dr. Peter Smith on Osteogenesis Imperfecta, and how motion analysis helps orthopedic care.
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Condition
Osteogenesis Imperfecta or Brittle Bone Disease
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Osteogenesis-ImperfectaCommonly referred to as brittle bone disease, osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a rare, permanent genetic disorder that prevents the building of strong bones.
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Patient Story
Mother and Son Treated for Osteogenesis Imperfecta at Shriners Hospitals for Children
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/08/Mother-and-son-treated-for-osteogenesis-imperfecta-at-Shriners-Hospitals-for-ChildrenMedical team's expertise in treating osteogenesis imperfecta (brittle bone disease) helps Hunter thrive.
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Podcast
Alec and His Doctor
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2021/05/Alec-and-His-DoctorPodcast with Alec and Dr. Peter Smith about Shriners Children's and osteogenesis imperfecta care.
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Specialty
Orthopedics
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/OrthopedicsShriners Children’s provides the full spectrum of pediatric orthopedic care. It's everything from fracture care and casting for broken bones, to surgery and rehabilitation.
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Patient Story
Bracing Against the Curve: Anakalia’s Story of Strength and Support from Shriners Children’s
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/04/Bracing-Against-the-CurveAnakalia was born with osteogenesis imperfecta. Unlike many families, her parents were fully prepared to care for a child with this disorder, since her dad, Mike, was born with the same condition.
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Patient Story
Dylan is a Solid Swimmer Thanks to Shriners Children’s
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/10/Dylan-SwimmerDylan doesn't let osteogenesis imperfecta or scoliosis limit his interests or activities.
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Patient Story
For Gabriel, the Word “Disability” Doesn’t Float
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/06/Gabriel-Texas-OIGabriel decided long ago that osteogenesis imperfecta would not stop him from pursuing his hobbies and interests.
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Patient Story
How Care for Kaleb Turned Fear Into Hope
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/11/How-Care-for-Kaleb-Turned-Fear-Into-HopeWhen Marie-Hélène was 33-weeks pregnant, she and her husband Alberto learned that their baby had osteogenesis imperfecta, or brittle bone disease.
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