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Condition
Hypotonia Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/HypotoniaShriners Children's offers compassionate, innovative care that improves the quality of life for children with hypotonia.
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Condition
Stickler Syndrome
Stickler syndrome, a genetic disorder, involves larger eyes, small nose and chin, cleft palate and joint issues. Craniofacial surgeons repair facial structure and palate. Orthopedic surgeons and rheumatologists treat bone and joints.
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Tarsal Coalition
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Tarsal-CoalitionAt Shriners Children's, world-class orthopedic care helps patients with tarsal coalition walk, run and play freely.
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Condition
Patella-Femoral Instability
Patellar-femoral instability occurs when the kneecap gets dislocated from the joint. Non-operative care plans are often recommended, such as bracing and physical therapy. Shriners Children’s provides both expertise and wrap-around care.
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Atlanto-axial Instability
Atlantoaxial instability is an abnormal, excessive movement of the joint at the base of the skull at the top of the neck - or cervical part of the spine.
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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) affects the connective tissues, causing joints to become lax or unstable and abnormal skin elasticity. There are varying types. Shriners Children’s works to manage symptoms and improve overall quality of life.
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Patient Story
From Struggle to Strength: Kalani’s Story of Healing
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/07/Kalani-Bilateral-Hip-Dysplasia-CareAfter a diagnosis of bilateral hip dysplasia, the staff at Shriners Children’s helped Kalani return to the life he loves.
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Patient Story
Back in the Game
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/09/Back-in-the-GameSammy has made a full return to competitive golf and football after highly specialized sports medicine knee surgery and rehabilitation.
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Patient Story
Enzo Gets Back in the Game
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/08/Enzo-Gets-Back-in-the-GameA Shriners Children's Philadelphia patient is thankful to have received a new device to improve his basketball game and comfort while playing.
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Patient Story
Sadie Has Confidence, Her Own Sense of Style, and a Desire to Help Others
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/06/Sadie-ArthrogryposisSadie has always appreciated the fact that her doctors included her in the decisions concerning her treatment. It is a unique aspect that Sadie believes is what makes Shriners Children’s so special.
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