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Treatment
Arthroscopic Surgery
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Arthroscopic-SurgeryArthroscopic surgery, also known as arthroscopy, is a procedure used to diagnose and treat joint conditions. Shriners Children's pediatric orthopedic surgeons treat a variety of conditions with this minimally invasive surgery option.
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Treatment
Spinal Fusion Surgery
Spinal fusion surgery stabilizes and corrects the curvature of the spine; and for scoliosis and kyphosis, prevents further curvature of the spine. Stabilizing the spine can improve movement, reduce pain and restore lung function.
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Podcast
Back In the Game
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2019/03/Back-In-the-GamePodcast with Dr. Jeremy Bauer to discuss common sports injuries. He shares information on fractures, treatment options available and tips to prevent them.
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Podcast
Child Life Services Helping Kids Cope
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2019/09/Child-life-Services-Helping-Kids-CopePodcast about what a Child Life Specialist does and common techniques used to help children cope.
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Podcast
Travel Tips for Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2023/12/Travel-Tips-for-Juvenile-Idiopathic-ArthritisLinda Wagner-Weiner, M.D., MS, and Cathy Schroeder, RN, BSN, discuss travel tips with children who have juvenile idiopathic arthritis.
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Podcast
Looking Forward: New Clinical Perspectives in Pediatric Burn Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2025/09/New-Clinical-Perspectives-in-Pediatric-Burn-CareRenowned burn surgeon Colleen Ryan, M.D., discusses the latest advancements in research and burn care at Shriners Children’s Boston. Learn more about breakthroughs in treatment and how they benefit our pediatric patients and their families.
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Treatment
Mitrofanoff
A small channel that connects the bladder to the outside of the body. A catheter is used to empty urine from the bladder through the channel, and a one way flap valve is used to maintain urine control.
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Treatment
Intermediate Level Acute Burn Care
Our skilled pediatric nurses provide intermediate level acute burn care. Managing complex burn dressings, vital signs, IV’s and medications and making sure the patient is well hydrated are among the basics of intermediate level care.
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Treatment
Halo Traction
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Halo-TractionShriners Children's skilled physicians use halo traction as a first step in correcting severe scoliosis, kyphosis and other spine deformities. The treatment carefully pulls a child's head and spine upward, applying a slow stretch.
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Treatment
Helmet Therapy
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Helmet-TherapyHelmet therapy is used to treat babies with abnormal head shapes. During this type of therapy, lightweight, padded helmets are worn to gently redirect the growth of the skull into a more natural shape.
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