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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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Patient Story
Zavi’s Medical Journey with Shriners Children’s, from Toddler to Teenager
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/01/Zavi-StoryLearn how the pediatric orthotic and prosthetic services team helps him step up to the plate.
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Patient Story
Emmett Paves the Way for Other Patients
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/04/Emmett-Paves-the-Way-for-Other-PatientsEmmett's leg lengthening treatment plan included placing a nail on the outside of his femur, instead of the inside. It's a technique offered at only a handful of hospitals. Emmett's case was a first for Shriners Children's St. Louis.
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Patient Story
"Personalized and Empathetic" Craniofacial Care at Shriners Children's Boston
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/04/Amelias-StoryShriners Children's Boston was "the right fit" for Amelia's family when they sought craniofacial care.
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Patient Story
Lucas Can Do It All
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/03/Lucas-Can-Do-It-AllA Chicago area teen does not let cerebral palsy slow down his participation in sports and life, thanks to the care of Lucas’s team of specialists at Shriners Children’s.
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Patient Story
Right on Track: Shriners Children’s Boston Helps Davis Get Back Up and Running After Burn Injury
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/09/Davis-Burn-CareWith the help of personalized, patient-centered care, Davis made a surprising return to cross country competition while keeping his future goals on track.
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Treatment
Physical Therapy
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Physical-TherapyPhysical therapy at Shriners Children's helps children build confidence and strength, focusing on what is important to them and what they love to do in their daily lives.
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Treatment
Laser Surgery
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Laser-SurgeryShriners Children's uses innovative laser surgery to treat scars, resulting in the best outcomes and overall experience for your child.
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Treatment
Tenotomy
Tenotomy is the cutting of a tendon. This and related procedures are also called tendon release, tendon lengthening, and heel-cord release, and is a part of the treatment process for Clubfoot at Shriners Children's.
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Patient Story
Patient Ambassador Natalie Dances Her Way to the Irish Dance World Championships
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/03/Natalie-Irish-Dance-World-ChampionshipsAfter two hand surgeries and therapy, Natalie continues to excel in dance as well as other activities like riding her bike and swimming.
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