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Condition
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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Patient Story
The Healing Power of Music
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/09/The-Healing-Power-of-MusicThrough her love of music and art, Teresa has found strength, confidence and a way to inspire others.
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Patient Story
Richard's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/07/Richard-Navigating-WavesIt’s August 1968 and all of Richard's family heads off in the car to visit family in Montreal.
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Patient Story
Meet Marshall
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/09/Meet-MarshallAn avid golfer, Marshall is excited to be the official Northern California Standard Bearer at the 2022 Shriners Children's Open.
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Patient Story
Whisking Up Independence
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/02/Whisking-Up-IndependenceJack, 18, who was born with bilateral upper extremity differences and a mild cognitive delay related to a prenatal brain injury, loves to cook.
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Patient Story
Going for the Gold: Isaac's Story of Success
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/04/Going-for-the-GoldIsaac makes great strides to success as a Paralympian.
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Patient Story
Achieving Her Goals and Exceeding Her Dreams
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/11/MiKenli-Exceeds-DreamsMiKenli is grateful for the care she receives at Shriners Children's Greenville.
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Patient Story
Jenny Sails Solo Around the Globe
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/08/Jenny-Sails-Solo-Around-the-GlobeA former Shriners Children's patient who once struggled to walk is now sailing across the globe on her own.
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Condition
Syndromic Scoliosis
Syndromic scoliosis is a side-to-side curve of the spine that develops as part of a syndrome. When a child is diagnosed with a condition, there are certain predictable symptoms expected to appear attached to that syndrome.
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Condition
Duplicated Thumb
Thumb duplication is a form of polydactyly, a congenital condition where a child is born with more than five digits on a hand or foot. Polydactyly may occur in both the hands and feet.