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Showing 61-70 of 76 results for “Splinting”
  • Condition

    Werdnig-Hoffmann Disease

    Werdnig-Hoffmann disease is a severe form of spinal muscular atrophy. This rare genetic condition causes muscles to weaken, leading to minimal ability to move.

    male patient in wheelchair holding football
  • Condition

    T.A.R. Syndrome

    Shriners Children physicians treat TAR syndrome, a rare disorder present at birth characterized by low levels of platelets in the blood and absence of the bones of the forearms.

    physician and female patient
  • Condition

    Nail-Patella Syndrome

    Nail-patella syndrome is a rare condition causing irregular growth of the nails, knees, elbows, and pelvis. Symptoms vary in severity, even among members of the same family, and treatment includes bracing or surgery.

    nurse examining male patient
  • Condition

    Fractures

    https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Fractures

    Shriners Children's provides care for broken bones, including open or compound fractures.

    physician examines fractured male patient leg to determine fracture treatment
  • Condition

    Bunions

    https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Bunion

    Bunions are the development of large, boney-like bumps where the big toe meets the foot. Shriners Children's treats this condition, which can often times be extremely painful.

    female patient with bunion, hallux valgus
  • Condition

    Spinal Muscular Atrophy

    https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Spinal-Muscular-Atrophy

    Spinal muscular atrophy attacks nerve cells, called motor neurons, in the spinal cord. At Shriners Children's, we offer treatments including physical therapy, respiratory treatment and surgery.

    male patient in wheelchair
  • Condition

    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.

    family speaking with physician
  • Condition

    Tendon Ruptures

    Tendon ruptures are partial or complete tears of the band-like tissue that connects to muscles and bones. Shriners Children's offers a variety of treatment including imaging, splinting, surgery and rehabilitation therapy.

    male patient sitting in bleachers holding football
  • Condition

    Growth Plate Injuries

    https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Growth-Plate-Injuries

    Growth plate injuries affect the developing tissues that define the length and shape of bones in adolescents. Shriners Children’s has the specialized expertise you can count on to know what steps are essential to your child’s recovery.

    patient and parent going fishing
  • Condition

    Knee Pain

    Knee pain is common in active children and can range from mild to severe. Specialists at Shriners Children's will assess your child's knee pain to diagnose their condition and develop a customized treatment plan.

    male patient hiking