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Condition
Metatarsal Adductus
Metatarsal adductus is a condition in which a child’s forefoot curves inward and may be turned slightly under. It can often resolve itself without intervention. However, in more severe cases, casting or surgery may be necessary.
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Traumatic Wounds
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Traumatic-WoundsAnimal bites and friction burns, like road rash or treadmill burns, are examples of traumatic wounds we treat at Shriners Children's. When the skin is punctured by a bite or rubbed briskly on a rough surface, a traumatic wound can occur.
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Condition
Klippel-Feil Syndrome
Klippel-Feil syndrome occurs when bones in the neck abnormally fuse together before birth. Signs include a short neck, a low hairline at the back of the head or limited ability to turn the neck.
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Condition
Velopharyngeal Dysfunction
In velopharyngeal dysfunction or VPD, an opening or issue with the soft palate allows air to escape in the nose, and speech problems. Shriners Children's treats this craniofacial condition surgically and with speech therapy.
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Friction Injuries
A friction injury resembles a burn and occurs when skin is harmed by rubbing against a hard surface, causing heat and abrasion. Our burn care teams are skilled at treating these injuries.
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Patient Story
Chloe's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/10/ChloeInspired by the care she received at Shriners Children's Boston, Chloe is already raising funds to support other children with burn injuries.
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Patient Story
Scoliosis Never Stopped Her Dreams
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/09/Scoliosis-Never-Stopped-Her-Dreams14-year-old Iruy has been a patient at Shriners Children’s for a year, a challenging period of her life and that of her family.
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Patient Story
Penny's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/09/Pennys-StoryPenny and her family enjoy world-class care in a comforting environment
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Patient Story
Iván’s Inspiring Story: Surviving and Thriving Thanks to Shriners Children's
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/05/Ivan-Burn-CareAfter a tragic car accident, Iván was taken to Shriners Children’s Northern California, where he stayed for eight months to recover.
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Patient Story
Sisters Receive Life-Changing Burn Care Following Boat Fire
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/03/Lacy-and-AmyTwo sisters are now in a position to give back to Shriners Children’s Ohio, the hospital that saved their lives.
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