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Patient Story
Thalia: Free to Be Me!
http://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/11/Thalia-Free-to-be-meLiving in Haiti, Thalia wore a brace to address her scoliosis curve but it wasn’t enough. By the time she was 13 years old, she had to stop taking dance class and would become exhausted just playing with her friends.
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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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Specialty
Craniofacial Care
http://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/CraniofacialShriners Children’s teams of specialists treat the physical, social, emotional and developmental challenges of craniofacial conditions like cleft palate to help children live full, healthy lives.
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Condition
Open Bite Deformity
In open bite deformity, upper and lower teeth slant outward and don't touch when mouth is closed. Skeletal open bite is caused by bone growth and genetics. May affect speech and eating. Shriners Children’s plastic surgeons can repair.
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Condition
Spinal Instability
Spinal instability means there is abnormal motion between the bones of the spine, this could be from a disorder/syndrome or trauma that can cause pressure on the spinal cord.
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Hospital
Pediatric Specialty Care in St. Louis
http://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Locations/St-LouisPediatric specialty care for children throughout Missouri and beyond
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Service
Armeo Therapy
http://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/Armeo-TherapyArmeo Therapy at Shriners Children’s provides patients with lost or restricted motor function in their upper extremities an opportunity to use a unique rehabilitation tool that embraces the whole arm, from shoulder to hand, during therapy.
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Service
Psychiatry and Psychological Services
Our psychologists at Shriners Children's specialize in evaluating and providing support to children and their families who are adjusting to a new diagnosis or having difficulty in their everyday lives due to trauma.
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Service
Therapeutic Riding Program
Equine therapy provides physical and emotional benefits for Shriners Children's patients with disabilities or physical differences. Trained therapists walk alongside.
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School Nurse Resources
http://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Providers-and-Research/For-Health-Professionals/School-Nurse-ResourcesOur partnership with the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) is a natural extension of our mission and 100-year history of providing compassionate, innovative care.
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