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  • Condition

    Neuromuscular Scoliosis

    https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Neuromuscular-Scoliosis

    Neuromuscular scoliosis, seen in children who have medical conditions that impair their ability to control the spine-supporting muscles, is the second most common type of scoliosis. Shriners Children's has seen tens of thousands of children with neuromuscular scoliosis.

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  • Condition

    Thrower's Shoulder

    Thrower's Shoulder is caused by increased load on the rotator cuff tendons surrounding the shoulder joint, which causes pain. Shriners Children's can develop a plan to treat this overuse injury.

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  • Condition

    Pectoralis Major Tendon Ruptures

    Pectoralis major tendon rupture is an extreme injury of the chest muscle, when the tendon pulls, but remains attached, usually during a bench press or other sports activities.

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    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

    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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  • 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

    Abnormal Posture

    Abnormal posture is a condition associated with spine disorders like kyphosis, which causes the spine to curve into a "hunchback" position.

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    Erb's Palsy Care

    https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Erbs-Palsy

    Erb’s palsy, the most common type of brachial plexus palsy, is most often the result of a difficult delivery when the infant's neck is stretched during the birthing process. Shriners Children's can help.

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  • Condition

    Clubfoot Care

    https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Clubfoot

    Talipes equinovarus (TEV) is the medical term for "clubfoot," and Shriners Children's physicians are specialists in this common and treatable pediatric orthopedic condition.

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  • Condition

    Macrodactyly

    Shriners Children's offers treatment options for macrodactyly, an uncommon condition in which a baby is born with abnormally large fingers or toes. This is caused by an overgrowth of the underlying soft tissues and bone.

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