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Femoral Antiversion
Femoral anteversion is an inward twisting of the thigh bone (femur), which causes a child to have a pigeon-toed appearance and experience frequent trips or falls. Many cases correct themselves as the child grows.
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Werdnig-Hoffmann Disease
Werdnig-Hoffmann disease is a severe form of spinal muscular atrophy. This rare genetic condition causes muscles to weaken, leading to minimal ability to move.
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Stress Fractures
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Stress-FracturesShriners Children's provides care for all types of fractures, including stress fractures, a common sports injury.
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Bunions
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/BunionBunions are the development of large, boney-like bumps where the big toe meets the foot. Shriners Children's treats this condition, which can often times be extremely painful.
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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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Crohn's Disease
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Crohns-DiseaseAt Shriners Children's, we provide specialized care for children with Crohn's disease and other colorectal and gastrointestinal (GI) health problems.
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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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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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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.
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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.