Growth Plate Injuries

Growth plate injuries affect the developing tissues that define the length and shape of bones in adolescents. Shriners Children’s has the specialized expertise you can count on to know what steps are essential to your child’s recovery.

Our Treatment Approach

Learn about the innovative and compassionate approach to treatment at Shriners Hospitals for Children Canada

External Fixator Exercises: Heelcord Stretch

External Fixator Positioning: Prone

External Fixator Positions: Resting Knee

External Fixator Exercises: Hamstring Stretch

Research at Shriners Children's St. Louis

Learn about our innovative, collaborative approach to research at Shriners Children's St. Louis.

Former Shriners Children’s Patient Eyes 2028 LA Paralympics

Former Shriners Children's Florida and Philadelphia patient Danielle Kanas has dealt with setbacks throughout her life that will only make her stronger on her journey to her goal of the Paralympic Games in 2028.

Fibular Hemimelia: Tommy's Story

Fibular hemimelia, a rare birth defect, doesn't hold Tommy back thanks to Shriners Children's.

External Fixator Exercises: Knee Flexion Stretch (Prone)