Scrub Nurse Retires After Serving Kids for 21 Years

RN Pat Long cared for an entire generation of Shriners Children's patients. As she retires, she urges the team to "keep up the good work!"

Extensive Arthrogryposis Research

Maxim was 13 months old when he and his family took part in a large study on arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC).

Orthotic and Prosthetic Services Help Young Gymnast Soar

With brightly colored gymnastics metals hanging off her arms, 9-year-old Zuleikha posed proudly in the hall of the Pediatric Orthotic and Prosthetic Services (POPS) department. Confidence, fearlessness and energy radiate from the young girl, and it is clear she never lets anything hold her back.

Ready for the Return Home

When 5-year-old Marie Eva steps off the plane in the West African nation of Ivory Coast next month, she’ll walk into the waiting arms of a family who has missed her desperately for the past 15 months. Walk, not crawl.

Former Patient Wants Others to Know They're Not Alone

Chicago Police, Chicago Bears Celebrate Alex's Progress in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation

Deep Breaths, Deeper Bond

The first time Respiratory Therapy Manager Marcela Spraul tried to get Courtney to walk, the then-12-year-old simply refused. Now 17, Courtney is planning to follow in Marcela’s footsteps.

Former Patient Appointed by Governor to State Council on Developmental Disabilities

Kara lives independently with support from her sister and other family members. She is serving her three-year appointment as a member of the California State Council on Developmental Disabilities.

Former Patient Credits Shriners Hospitals for Children — Greenville for a Pain-Free Life

Nearly a decade ago, Allie’s parents discovered something was wrong when their then teen daughter wasn’t enjoying the active lifestyle she was known for.

Tone Management

Unusual tightness in your child's muscles (spasticity) or involuntary muscle contractions (dystonia) can interfere with their ability to perform tasks. Tone management services at Shriners Children’s help our patients control those muscles.