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Van Der Woude Syndrome
Van der Woude syndrome is a genetic condition that involves cleft lip, cleft palate, missing teeth, and lip pits. Our multidisciplinary teams provide treatment for physical, emotional and social concerns.
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Prader-Willi Syndrome
Prader-Willi syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects muscle tone, growth, cognitive behavior and a child’s overall development. It is one of many orthopedic syndromes that are treated at Shriners Children's.
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Crouzon Syndrome
Crouzon syndrome is a rare genetic condition that causes certain skull bones to fuse too early and affects the shape of the child's head and face. Shriners Children's craniofacial specialists offer individualized treatment for this condition.
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Exertional Compartment Syndrome
Exertional compartment syndrome is a muscle and nerve condition resulting in pain in the lower leg. Most often, it occurs in athletes who participate in high impact sports and is relieved with conservative treatment.
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Podcast
Multidisciplinary Orthopedic Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2021/06/Multidisciplinary-Orthopedic-CareMolly Grant, MSN, APN, CPNP, explains the multidisciplinary approach to orthopedic issues in children at Shriners Children's Chicago. Grant is also the mom of a patient.
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Thoracic Insufficiency Syndrome
Thoracic insufficiency syndrome is a chest wall deformity that interferes with breathing and lung development. Shriners Children’s offers a number of services to treat the syndrome and any spine disorders causing it.
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Sjogren's Syndrome
Sjogren's syndrome, an autoimmune disorder where white blood cells fight the glands that produce moisture, often accompanies arthritis or lupus. Treatment goals are to decrease inflammation, and prevent pain and long-term damage.
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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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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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Periodic Fever Syndrome
Children with periodic fever syndrome typically have recurring fevers combined with a rash, joint pain or swelling, sores in the mouth and abdominal pain. For treatment, rheumatologists may prescribe anti-inflammatory medication.