Growing Rods

Shriners Children's provides growing rods for children who have not reached skeletal maturity. They are placed along the spine to correct a spinal curve and allow continued growth of the spine.

Spinal Deformity

At Shriners Children's, our focus is on early detection and fusionless treatments for the growing spine. Our teams take an integrated approach to the treatment of spinal deformities like scoliosis, kyphosis, or lordosis.

Patient Channels Superhero Powers with Wonder Woman Casts

Sixteen-year-old Kelly is a picture of strength and positivity, and not just because of the Wonder Woman casts on her legs.

Talented Patient Credits Nurses for Life-Transforming Care – and Her New Career Goal

Music Therapy

At Shriners Children's, we use a holistic approach to treatment. Providing music therapy is just one of the ways that we care for the overall well-being of children.

Sibling Helps Make Brother's Spine Cast

Certified prosthetist Lauren Kells invited Cooper to help her make his brother's cast for a back brace. Both boys have Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.

Radiology and Imaging

Podcast with Richard Bennewate, manager of Radiology at Shriners Children's Portland, discussing advancements in the field of radiology, and what makes their processes unique compared to other children's hospitals.

Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT) Surgery Allows Gabby to Return to Competitive Cheer

Just seven short months after VBT spine surgery, Gabby is getting ready to compete with her cheer team at the Summit-Varsity All-Stars in Florida.

Mother and Son Treated for Osteogenesis Imperfecta at Shriners Hospitals for Children

Medical team's expertise in treating osteogenesis imperfecta (brittle bone disease) helps Hunter thrive.

Michael Breathes Easier After Care at Shriners Children's Lexington

Halo traction and spinal fusion surgery helped stabilize Michael's spine.