Proximal Femoral Focal Deficiency

Proximal femoral focal deficiency is a malformation in the hip joint and upper part of the femur (thigh bone). This malformation results in a difference in leg length and may cause gait abnormalities.

Proximal Femoral Focal Deficiency Care

From Patient to Physician: How Shriners Children's Inspired Saif's Journey

Saif was born in 1999 in Jordan with proximal femoral focal deficiency, a rare congenital condition that results in a significant leg length discrepancy and a displaced hip.

Nothing Stands in 5-Year-Old Elly’s Way

Diagnosed with proximal focal femoral deficiency, Elly runs, bikes and plays right alongside her peers, thanks to the medical equipment and care she has received at Shriners Children’s.

Orthopedics

Shriners Children’s provides the full spectrum of pediatric orthopedic care. It's everything from fracture care and casting for broken bones, to surgery and rehabilitation.

Steps Toward a Brighter Future: Karita’s Journey of Courage and Care

See how Shriners Children’s Greenville helped Karita walk with confidence.

Jade’s Amazing Journey: Pedaling Toward Possibility

Jade has been a patient at Shriners Children’s Texas for the past eight years, receiving specialized care for a malformation in her right foot.

Meet Our New International Patient Ambassador, Gianna

Gianna, 15, had her first visit at Shriners Children’s when she was 3 months old, and at 9 months, she received her first prosthesis.

Emmett Paves the Way for Other Patients

Emmett's leg lengthening treatment plan included placing a nail on the outside of his femur, instead of the inside. It's a technique offered at only a handful of hospitals. Emmett's case was a first for Shriners Children's St. Louis.

Carter: Shriners Children's Patient Turned Professional Athlete

Thanks to the pediatric orthopedic care received at Shriners Children's St. Louis, Carter has become a professional athlete.