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Shriners Children’s Camps: All About Giving Kids Opportunities
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/News/2022/10/Shriners-Childrens-CampsShriners Children’s wrapped up another season of camps designed to give patients the opportunity for extraordinary experiences and, most importantly, to just let kids be kids.
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Shriners Children’s Boston Child Life Team Supports Patients and Families Every Step of the Way
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/News/2024/03/Celebrating-Child-Life-MonthAt Shriners Children’s Boston, child life specialists become an integral part of a patient’s care team from their initial hospitalization until they age out of care.
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Shriners Children’s Northern California Celebrates 500 Little Wishes Granted
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/News-and-Media/News/2024/03/Little-WishesShriners Children’s Northern California partners with Little Wishes to give patients a little bit of magic during their stay.
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Stickler Syndrome
Stickler syndrome, a genetic disorder, involves larger eyes, small nose and chin, cleft palate and joint issues. Craniofacial surgeons repair facial structure and palate. Orthopedic surgeons and rheumatologists treat bone and joints.
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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.
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Medial Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injuries
UCL tears are common sports injuries of the elbow caused by stress or overuse, particularly for overhead arm use, such as adolescent baseball pitchers. UCL injuries can cause pain, instability, or looseness in the elbow.
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Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
Mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) is an autoimmune condition that combines several disorders - lupus, scleroderma and polymyositis. A combination of medicines can help effectively manage symptoms of MCTD.
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Diastrophic Dysplasia
Diastrophic dysplasia, also known as diastrophic dwarfism, is a rare genetic condition that can cause dwarfism, where a child’s legs and arms do not grow and develop to the typical adult length.
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Frostbite
Frostbite can occur when skin is exposed to extreme cold temperatures. Prolonged exposure can result in serious injury. Shriners Children’s utilizes burn care treatments that are effective in treating frostbite.
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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) affects the connective tissues, causing joints to become lax or unstable and abnormal skin elasticity. There are varying types. Shriners Children’s works to manage symptoms and improve overall quality of life.