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Patellar Instability & Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Tears
MPFL tears can often occur from sporting activities that involve quick pivoting such as basketball, tennis, and football. Shriners Children's provides care for MPFL injuries through bracing, physical therapy, and surgery.
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Tibial Pseudarthrosis
In children with tibial pseudarthrosis, the tibia (leg bone) does not form properly, causing the leg to bow. They also often have neurofibromatosis. Treatment at Shriners Children's may include monitoring with X-rays, bracing or surgery.
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Club Hand
Club hand (radial dysplasia) occurs when the radius bone in the forearm is missing or malformed. Sometimes referred to as “radial hand,” Shriners Children's treatment begins in infancy and often includes occupational therapy and surgery.
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Spondylosis Care
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/SpondylosisShriners Children's skilled physicians are experienced treating spondylosis, a condition that occurs when cartilage, disks, ligaments or bones in your child's neck wear down.
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Exostosis
An exostosis is a benign tumor covered in cartilage that can grow in one or multiple areas of the body, normally around the knee or upper arm. An exostosis can be painless or can cause severe discomfort, requiring surgery.
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Eyelid Ptosis
Eyelid Ptosis, or droopy eyelid is when the upper eyelid is lower than it should be in one or both eyes. If left untreated, it can cause eyesight problems and permanent deformity. Shriners Children’s can help with plastic surgery.
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Hypertrophic Scars
Hypertrophic scars are raised and often related to burn injuries. They are thick, impairing mobility and function. We use the latest techniques to reduce size and improve appearance.
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Achilles Tendon Ruptures
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/Achilles-Tendon-RupturesAchilles tendon injuries may include a rupture, also known as a tear. Early treatment at Shriners Children's for an Achilles tendon tear works best and can help prevent more injury.
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Polydactyly
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/PolydactylyWhen your child is born with a condition like polydactyly – the existence of more than five fingers or toes on a single hand or foot – a great relationship with a care provider at Shriners Children's can help you feel secure.
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Provider
Matthias B. Donelan, MD
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Our-Care-Providers/D/Matthias-B-Donelan-MD-76384Matthias B. Donelan, MD specializes in Plastic Surgery.