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Clinodactyly
Clinodactyly is an abnormally bent or curved finger that may overlap with other fingers. Treatment varies and in most cases, the condition does not cause pain or interfere with other basic hand abilities.
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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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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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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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Patient Story
Specialty Craniofacial Care at Shriners Children's Boston
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/05/Specialty-Craniofacial-CareAvani benefits from the wraparound craniofacial care provided at Shriners Children's Boston.
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Patient Story
"Personalized and Empathetic" Craniofacial Care at Shriners Children's Boston
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/04/Amelias-StoryShriners Children's Boston was "the right fit" for Amelia's family when they sought craniofacial care.
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Patient Story
Shriners Children's Texas Inspires Jesus To Go the Extra Mile
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/04/Jesus-StoryJesus has overcome a number of obstacles along the way, discovering that achievement is possible with optimism and determination.
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Patient Story
Big Dreams for Adopted Teens Miles and Jonah
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/11/Adopted-Teens-Miles-and-JonahWhen Jackie and David adopted two boys with overwhelming disabilities from Ukraine, they knew they could offer a loving home, but they weren’t sure what the future would hold for Miles and Jonah.
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Patient Story
Rosalie Takes First Steps With Optimism and a Smile
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/02/Rosalie-Orthopedic-CareRosalie and her family decided amputation was the best course forward.
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Patient Story
Paying It Forward: Anna’s Dedication to Giving Back
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/02/Anna-Scoliosis-CareFrom cheerleading to pageantry, Anna has never let scoliosis stand in the way of her dreams.
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