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Knee Intra-Articular Tumors
At Shriners Children's, we take extra care in diagnosing conditions like intra-articular tumors, which can often look like soft tissue swelling of the joint. Our teams work together to care for your child, whatever the diagnosis.
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Pelvic Avulsions
Pelvic avulsions are fractures of the pelvis in which a tendon or ligament pulls off a piece of bone from the hip. These injuries are often seen in athletes who have tight muscles or fail to properly warm up and stretch prior to exercise.
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Pectoralis Major Tendon Ruptures
Pectoralis major tendon rupture is an extreme injury of the chest muscle, when the tendon pulls, but remains attached, usually during a bench press or other sports activities.
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Syndesmotic Injuries
Syndesmotic injuries, also called high ankle sprains, are common sports injuries affecting the ankle and lower leg. The physicians at Shriners Children’s can recommend treatment based on severity of the injury.
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Ulnar Polydactyly
Extra fingers can be located anywhere on the hand. Ulnar polydactyly occurs when a child is born with an additional “little finger” located on the pinky finger side of the hand, known as the ulnar side.
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Freeman-Sheldon Syndrome
Freeman-Sheldon syndrome, or "whistling face syndrome", is a rare condition that primarily affects the face, hands, and feet. From craniofacial to orthopedic specialists, Shriners Children's offers care for many symptoms of this condition.
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Out Toeing
Out toeing or "duck feet," a common condition in children, can be seen when a child walks and their toes turn away from their body. Treatment is not usually necessary, as a child will likely grow out of it by age 6.
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Larsen Syndrome
Larsen syndrome is a rare condition that mostly affects the development of bones. Symptoms vary but commonly include multiple joint dislocations, unusual face structure and a variety of cardiovascular abnormalities.
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Esophageal Strictures
Shriners Children's offers treatment for this abnormal tightening or narrowing of the esophagus. A stricture narrows the esophagus, making it more difficult for food to travel down the tube.
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Rectal Prolapse
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Rectal-ProlapseShriners Children's provides specialized care for children with rectal prolapse and other colorectal and gastrointestinal (GI) health problems.