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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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Amputations
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/AmputationsAmputation due to trauma or as part of a treatment program can be a trying time for children and families, both physically and emotionally. At Shriners Children’s, our goal is to improve the function, mobility and independence of each child.
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Osteogenesis Imperfecta or Brittle Bone Disease
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Osteogenesis-ImperfectaCommonly referred to as brittle bone disease, osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a rare, permanent genetic disorder that prevents the building of strong bones.
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Proximal Femoral Focal Deficiency
Proximal femoral focal deficiency is a malformation in the hip joint and upper part of the femur (thigh bone). This malformation results in a difference in leg length and may cause gait abnormalities.
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Genu Varum
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Genu-Varum"Bowlegs." It's the common name used in place of a medical term — genu varum — for a condition almost all babies are born with. But if your child doesn't outgrown his or her bowlegs, Shriners Children's is there to help.
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Pes Cavus
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Pes-CavusShriners Children's offers a range of treatments and services to prevent foot abnormalities like pes cavus – also known as high-arched foot – from getting in the way of your child's life.
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Research at Shriners Children's St. Louis
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/St-Louis/About-Us/ResearchLearn about our innovative, collaborative approach to research at Shriners Children's St. Louis.
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Our Treatment Approach
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Shreveport/About-Us/Our-Treatment-ApproachLearn about the innovative and compassionate approach to treatment at Shriners Children's Shreveport
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Patient Programs
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Twin-Cities/Patients-and-Families/Patient-ProgramsLearn about the exciting, enriching patient programs at Shriners Children's Twin Cities
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Our Treatment Approach
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Canada/About-Us/Our-Treatment-ApproachLearn about the innovative and compassionate approach to treatment at Shriners Hospitals for Children Canada
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