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Articular Cartilage Injuries
Articular cartilage injuries result from trauma or wear and tear to the tissue that acts as a shock absorber in the knee. Pain, swelling and stiffness are common. Shriners Children’s offers both surgical and non-surgical treatment options.
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Blepharochalasis
Shriners Children's offers treatment for recurrent episodes of upper eyelid swelling associated with thinning, stretching, and fine wrinkling of the skin.
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Clinodactyly
Clinodactyly is an abnormally bent or curved finger that may overlap with other fingers. Treatment varies and in most cases, the condition does not cause pain or interfere with other basic hand abilities.
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Cervical Instability
Cervical instability can be present at birth or caused by trauma and occurs when the neck is unable to support the head and is painful to move. Shriners Children’s orthopedic team can assist with a number of treatment therapies.
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Klippel-Feil Syndrome
Klippel-Feil syndrome occurs when bones in the neck abnormally fuse together before birth. Signs include a short neck, a low hairline at the back of the head or limited ability to turn the neck.
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Missing Thumb / Missing Fingers
Missing thumb / fingers is the most common hand disorder treated at Shriners Children’s. Typically only one hand is affected. Other symptoms may include webbed fingers or a short hand or forearm.
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Williams Syndrome
Williams Syndrome is a genetic condition that can result in weak joints or muscles, learning delays and possible heart issues, with a need for ongoing care. Shriners Children’s can develop a plan to treat the related conditions.
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Neurogenic Bladder
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Neurogenic-BladderAt Shriners Children's, we provide specialized care for children with neurogenic bladder and other colorectal and gastrointestinal (GI) health problems.
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Penile Skin Bridges
Penile skin bridges can occur after a circumcision. These form when the skin on the shaft attaches to the head of the penis during the healing process. Penile skin bridges require surgery to correct.
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Velopharyngeal Dysfunction
In velopharyngeal dysfunction or VPD, an opening or issue with the soft palate allows air to escape in the nose, and speech problems. Shriners Children's treats this craniofacial condition surgically and with speech therapy.