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Condition
Patella-Femoral Instability
Patellar-femoral instability occurs when the kneecap gets dislocated from the joint. Non-operative care plans are often recommended, such as bracing and physical therapy. Shriners Children’s provides both expertise and wrap-around care.
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Patient Story
The Fulkerson Method: Procedure Addresses Teen's Chronic Knee Pain
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/09/The-Fulkerson-method-Procedure-addresses-teens-chronic-knee-painShortly after her first visit to the Greenville Shriners Hospital, a diagnosis was clear – patellofemoral instability. Alexis’ inner growth plate in her knee was outgrowing her outer knee growth plate, causing her knee to pop out of place on occasion.
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Condition
Femoral Antiversion
Femoral anteversion is an inward twisting of the thigh bone (femur), which causes a child to have a pigeon-toed appearance and experience frequent trips or falls. Many cases correct themselves as the child grows.
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Extension Clinic
Shriners Children's Kalispell Clinic
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Spokane/Clinics/Kalispell-ClinicThe Shriners Children's Kalispell Clinic is convenient for those who live in Montana.
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Outpatient Clinic
Pediatric Orthotic and Prosthetic Services, LLC (POPS)
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Florida/POPSPediatric Orthotic and Prosthetic Services, LLC, is an extension of Shriners Children’s Florida, and provides children with the mobility and independence to pursue their dreams and take pride in their abilities.
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Condition
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.
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Extension Clinic
Shriners Children's Fairbanks Clinic
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Spokane/Clinics/Fairbanks-ClinicThe Shriners Children's Fairbanks Clinic is convenient for those who live in Alaska.
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Extension Clinic
Shriners Children's Tri-Cities Clinic
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Spokane/Clinics/Tri-Cities-ClinicThe Shriners Children's Tri-Cities Clinic is convenient for those who live in central Washington.
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Extension Clinic
Shriners Children's Yakima Clinic
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Spokane/Clinics/Yakima-ClinicThe Shriners Children's Yakima Clinic is convenient for those who live in central Washington.
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Patient Story
Nothing Stands in 5-Year-Old Elly’s Way
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/12/Nothing-Stands-in-Ellys-WayDiagnosed 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.