Physical Therapy
Physical therapy at Shriners Children's helps children build confidence and strength, focusing on what is important to them and what they love to do in their daily lives.
Congenital Neuromuscular Disorders
Since 1922, we have been providing innovative care to children with muscular and neuromuscular disorders at Shriners Children's.
As a world-renowned leader in providing specialized pediatric medical care, we utilize the latest clinical and scientific research in our comprehensive approach to treatment.
Children with neuromuscular conditions have unique needs that often evolve as the child grows and gets older, or as the condition progresses. These conditions may cause problems with strength and mobility, and lead to the development of secondary medical concerns. We customize our care plans to treat the current needs of the child and to minimize additional conditions from developing. Every family we interact with is guided through the treatment process in a warm, collaborative environment that always puts the child first. Our focus is to help every child meet their potential and live their best life – physically, emotionally and psychologically – during every step of their journey with Shriners Children’s.
Muscular and neuromuscular conditions range in complexity and severity, and they can appear in a number of ways. Every patient deserves an individualized treatment plan that meets their unique needs, and this is why Shriners Children’s embraces a multidisciplinary approach.
Some of the pediatric neuromuscular conditions we routinely treat are:
- Arthrogryposis
- Cerebral palsy
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease
- Congenital pseudarthrosis of the tibia
- Distal hereditary motor neuropathies (dHMN)
- Ehlers-Danlos syndromes
- Friedreich ataxia
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (juvenile inflammatory arthritis)
- Marfan syndrome
- Muscular dystrophy
- Neuromuscular scoliosis
- Spina bifida
- Spinal muscular atrophy
Specific treatments and services may vary by location. Please contact a specific location for more information.
In a world where you feel like resources are limited, Shriners Children's has the answers. The individualized treatment they provide is not just a one-size-fits-all approach – it is what has allowed my daughter to come as far as she has.
Locations for care of congenital neuromuscular conditions
Browse Care LocationsShriners Children's provides specialty health care to children around the world. We offer a comprehensive range of treatments, services and support to improve the quality of our patients’ lives and help them reach their full potential.
Motion Analysis Centers
As a child grows and develops, so does their ability to move. When a child has a condition that changes typical development and makes movement difficult, advanced diagnostic techniques may be necessary to fully understand what’s causing the movement problem. Motion analysis can help us understand the movement of children with neuromuscular, acquired or congenital disorders and develop an appropriate plan of care based on what we learn.
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Pediatric Orthotic and Prosthetic Services (POPS)
Shriners Children’s Pediatric Orthotic and Prosthetic Services (POPS) designs, fits and manufactures orthotics and prosthetics for children from infants to young adults.
Next Steps
Request an Appointment
Families and caregivers seeking treatment should start by contacting us for an appointment.
Log in to the Patient Portal
Parents and guardians of existing patients can email, request records, schedule appointments and more.
Refer a Patient
Physicians and healthcare providers can request appointments, start transfers or contact us with questions.