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Condition
Spinal Cord Injury
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Spinal-Cord-InjurySpinal cord injury occurs when nerves in the spinal column in the center of the back are damaged. Shriners Children’s offers advanced surgery options and therapy options to help restore your child’s function and mobility.
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Condition
Cleft Hand
Cleft hand, also known as central deficiency or ectrodactyly, forms before birth. Characterized by the absence of one or more fingers, the hand is often V-shaped. Shriners Children's treatment includes occupational therapy and surgery.
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Condition
Pelvic Avulsions
Pelvic avulsions are fractures of the pelvis in which a tendon or ligament pulls off a piece of bone from the hip. These injuries are often seen in athletes who have tight muscles or fail to properly warm up and stretch prior to exercise.
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Condition
Larsen Syndrome
Larsen syndrome is a rare condition that mostly affects the development of bones. Symptoms vary but commonly include multiple joint dislocations, unusual face structure and a variety of cardiovascular abnormalities.
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Condition
Third Degree Burn Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Third-Degree-BurnsAt Shriners Children's our team is skilled at treating third degree burns, also referred to as full thickness burns, which are among the most serious burn injuries.
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Condition
Syndesmotic Injuries
Syndesmotic injuries, also called high ankle sprains, are common sports injuries affecting the ankle and lower leg. The physicians at Shriners Children’s can recommend treatment based on severity of the injury.
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Patient Story
From Donor to Dad
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/09/From-donor-to-dadThe recreational therapy/child life staff plays a vital role in helping make the hospital seem less scary to patients by promoting positive coping skills. They use what’s called “medical play” before surgery, complete with a special doll and real medical equipment, to help reduce fears of what is to...
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Patient Story
Patient Springs Back After Spine Surgery
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/07/Patient-springs-back-after-spine-surgeryAs an active gymnast, Madeline underwent a routine physical at practice one day and the examiner discovered a noticeable curve in her spine and an unevenness in her shoulders and hips. After learning of the curve, her family went to the Portland Shriners Hospital for scoliosis treatment.
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Provider
Emily S. Madder, OTR/L
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Our-Care-Providers/M/Emily-S-Madder-OTR-L-55924Emily S. Madder, OTR/L specializes in Occupational Therapy.
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News
Virtual Reality Helps Kids Cope with Pain and Anxiety
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2022/07/Virtual-Reality-Helps-KidsVirtual reality (VR) is an immersive technology that brings users into a 3D imaginary world that looks and feels real.