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Starlit Shines in Rehabilitation

https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/04/Starlit-Shines-in-Rehabilitation

Learn how intensive rehabilitation at Shriners Children's helped Starlit, a child with cerebral palsy, thrive

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Hadley Won't Let Brittle Bones Stop Her

Jun 20, 2021 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/04/Hadley-Wont-Let-Brittle-Bones-Stop-Her

Osteogenesis imperfecta won't stop Hadley from living her best life

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From Orthotics to Athletics: How Shriners Children’s Helps Zane Chase His Dreams

Nov 04, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/11/Zane-Limb-Difference-Care

Born with a limb difference affecting both legs and one arm, Zane is breaking barriers (and orthotics) as he plays every sport he loves.

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The Healing Power of Music

Sep 05, 2024 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/09/The-Healing-Power-of-Music

Through her love of music and art, Teresa has found strength, confidence and a way to inspire others.

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Koen’s Unexpected Beginning

Apr 07, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/04/Koen-Cleft-Palate-Care

It was a complete surprise when Koen was born with a cleft palate.

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From Former Patient to Fez-tastic

May 26, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/05/Brock-Legg-Calve-Perthes-Disease-Care

Brock is giving back to the organization that gave him mobility.

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Brace Yourself to Meet Alexis

Jul 08, 2021 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/04/Brace-Yourself-to-Meet-Alexis

Scoliosis diagnosis gives teen a new purpose

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Zoey: The Comeback Kid

Dec 14, 2021 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/12/Zoey

One fateful fall day on the soccer field, 15-year-old elite athlete, Zoey, planted her left leg and turned to avoid a collision with an oncoming player. Instantly, Zoey collapsed to the ground.

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Achieving Her Goals and Exceeding Her Dreams

Nov 13, 2023 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/11/MiKenli-Exceeds-Dreams

MiKenli is grateful for the care she receives at Shriners Children's Greenville.

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Robi’s Rehabilitation Story

Nov 22, 2021 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/11/Robi

Robi came to Shriners Children’s Philadelphia from Ethiopia after a spinal cord injury left him paralyzed below the waist.