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Patient Story
Hip Dysplasia Can't Stop Gwenyth's Snuggles
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/07/Hip-dysplasia-cant-stop-Gwenyths-snugglesWhen an ultrasound revealed Lauren’s 3-month-old daughter, Gwenyth, had bilateral hip dysplasia and would need to begin 24-hour bracing treatment right away, Lauren sobbed.
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Condition
Skeletal Dysplasia Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Skeletal-DysplasiaSkeletal dysplasia includes many rare conditions where bones and cartilage develop differently. Also called dwarfism. Shriners Children's offers orthopedics, neurology, otolaryngology, physical and occupational therapy, and genetic testing.
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Condition
Acondroplasia Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/AchondroplasiaShriners Children's offers comprehensive specialty care for children with dwarfism, including achondroplasia.
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Podcast
Caring for Skeletal Dysplasia
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2020/01/Caring-for-Skeletal-DysplasiaPodcast with Dr. Robert Bernstein explaining what skeletal dysplasia is, how common it is, warning signs, and treatment options.
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News
Understanding Hip Dysplasia and Treatment
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2023/08/Understanding-Hip-Dysplasia-and-TreatmentPediatric hip dysplasia emerges as a complex concern, affecting the ball-and-socket joint of the hip.
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News
Hip Dysplasia – Causes and Treatment
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2021/12/Displasia-de-cadera-Causas-y-TratamientoHow do you detect hip dysplasia in children? Learn more in the following article.
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Condition
Hip Dysplasia Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Hip-DysplasiaOur award-winning, internationally recognized physicians will properly diagnose, treat and monitor your child’s hip condition to help prevent early arthritis pain and loss of function.
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Condition
Maxillary Hyperplasia
Maxillary hyperplasia is a condition where the upper jaw bone's structure is larger or longer than the lower jaw, creating an underbite. Shriners Children's craniofacial surgeons can provide treatment to realign and correct the jaw.
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Condition
Mandibular Hypoplasia
Mandibular hypoplasia, or micrognathia is when the lower jaw (mandible) forms too small and teeth don't align. May affect a child's eating, breathing and speech. Shriners Children's craniofacial and ENT surgeons provide treatment.
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Condition
Condylar Hyperplasia
Condylar Hyperplasia is a rare craniofacial condition involving the overgrowth of areas (condyle) in the lower jaw bone, resulting in facial asymmetry or a face slanting to the side. Shriners Children's can surgically treat this condition.
