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Paraplegia
Paraplegia refers to partial or full paralysis (loss of the ability to move) and sensation that occurs in the legs and lower half of the body. Spinal cord injury and conditions that affect neural aspects of the spinal cord cause paraplegia.
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Language Disorders
Language disorders in children may appear as saying words incorrectly, or not understanding spoken words. These can occur with conditions affecting the palate. Speech language pathologists provide treatment.
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Pressure Injuries
A pressure injury is damaged skin typically over a bony area or medical device. People with decreased sensation or who can’t reposition themselves are at greater risk. We treat with dressings, negative pressure therapy and surgery.
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Scoliosis Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/ScoliosisScoliosis is a condition where the spine is curved sideways. With advanced treatments and world-class expertise, Shriners Children's cares for more than 10,000 children with scoliosis each year
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Amniotic Band Syndrome Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Amniotic-Band-SyndromeShriners Children's skilled physicians have vast experience treating amniotic band syndrome, also known as ABS, which starts in the womb when string-like strands entangle a developing baby.
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Vascular Anomalies & Malformation
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Vascular-Anomalies-and-MalformationVascular anomalies are red/purple birthmarks that do not go away, continue to grow larger and can affect breathing and speaking. Shriners Children’s plastic surgeons treat with plastic surgery, laser surgery or steroids.
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Skewfoot Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Skew-FootSometimes called "Z" or serpentine foot, Shriners Children's offers care for skewfoot. Skewfoot is an uncommon condition affecting the formation and growth of bones in the foot.
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Tetraplegia
Tetraplegia, or quadriplegia, is the inability to voluntarily move the upper and lower body due to a spinal cord or brain injury, it affects all four limbs, and in some people, parts of the chest, abdomen and back.
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Vaginal Adhesions
Vaginal or labial adhesions occur when the inner vaginal lips stick together; they may resolve on their own or may require topical medication. Girls may experience no symptoms, or in some cases, irritation and urinary tract infections.
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NUSS procedure and cryoablation with Dr. Sherif Emil
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Videos/2022/12/NUSS-procedure-and-cryoablationPatients with pectus excavatum are now relieved because cryoablation is a real pain management benefit when going through the NUSS procedure.