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Condition
Spasticity
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/SpasticitySpasticity is abnormal muscle stiffness, making it difficult for a child to perform coordinated movements. Doctors and therapists at Shriners Children’s provide prompt, family-centered care tailored to your child’s needs.
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Condition
Spinal Muscular Atrophy
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Spinal-Muscular-AtrophySpinal muscular atrophy attacks nerve cells, called motor neurons, in the spinal cord. At Shriners Children's, we offer treatments including physical therapy, respiratory treatment and surgery.
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Patient Story
Laykin Strong
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/11/Laykins-Spinal-Cord-Injury-JourneyLaykin began coming to Shriners Children's Philadelphia this past spring for outpatient therapy. Read her story and learn more about the specialized care she receives.
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Patient Story
Brinae's Journey Back to Dance
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/10/Brinae-Orthopedic-CareBrinae’s dream to dance returned after amputation, thanks to the prosthetic and therapy care she received from the staff at Shriners Children’s.
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Service
Functional Electrical Stimulation Machines
Functional electrical stimulation machines use low-energy electrical pulses to artificially generate body movements such as grasping, walking, and standing in children who have been paralyzed.
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Service
Neurology Services
Physicians at Shriners Children's can provide early diagnosis, intervention and treatment for neurological disorders as well as ongoing care for a neurological component of a child's condition.
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Service
Makeup Clinic
At Shriners Children’s our make-up clinic specialists teach your child how to conceal scars and use make-up to soften their appearance. This helps build self-confidence during the healing process.
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Condition
Spina Bifida
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Spina-BifidaAt Shriners Children's, our unique team of specialists provides the highest quality care for your child with spina bifida.
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Podcast
Nerve Transfers in Pediatric Population
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2019/12/Nerve-Transfers-in-Pediatric-PopulationIn a podcast, Felicity Fishman, M.D., explains nerve transfer surgery in children and post-operative care.
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Podcast
Helping Kids Navigate Bullying
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2025/10/Helping-Kids-Navigate-BullyingLicensed social worker Katie Azarow discusses strategies to handle bullying.
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