At Luskin Orthopedic Institute for Children (LuskinOIC), we take a specialized approach to arthrogryposis. Arthrogryposis is a condition in which a baby is born with joint contractures, resulting in limited movement or a smaller range of motion. Through proper treatment, we aim to help children with arthrogryposis lead healthy and productive lives.
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Normally, joints have stretchy tissue, but in arthrogryposis, non-stretchy tissue restricts joint movement. If extra tissue forms around the joints, the joints may even be “locked” into place. Approximately 1 in 3,000 babies are born with arthrogryposis. Fortunately, it is not progressive and doesn't worsen over time.
Symptoms may vary from child to child, but some of the main signs of arthrogryposis include:
Normally, joints have stretchy tissue, but in arthrogryposis, non-stretchy tissue restricts joint movement. If extra tissue forms around the joints, the joints may even be “locked” into place. Approximately 1 in 3,000 babies are born with arthrogryposis. Fortunately, it is not progressive and doesn't worsen over time.
Symptoms may vary from child to child, but some of the main signs of arthrogryposis include:
Arthrogryposis can range from mild to severe, and treatment is different depending on the severity.
A child may be treated with:
Most of the time, arthrogryposis can be treated without surgery. If your child needs surgery, the procedure is designed to release (loosen) the joints, muscles, or tendons that are restricting movement.
At LuskinOIC’s Orthopaedic Hemophilia Treatment Center (OHTC), we set the standard in treating hemophilia joint and limb issues. In 1970, OHTC was designated by the World Federation of Hemophilia as one of the first four International Hemophilia Training Centers.
We’ve consistently been pioneers for our patients: we were the first comprehensive care center on the West Coast, we performed the first successful hip replacement surgery in a patient with hemophilia, and through clinical trials we have been providing the newest treatments available.
In addition to treatment, we conduct groundbreaking research, provide innovative and personalized physical therapy, and offer genetic counseling for patients and their families.
Your child will receive treatment for their arthrogryposis from award-winning doctors in pediatric orthopedics. Our state-of-the-art technology helps us treat your child’s arthrogryposis and get them on the path to living full and active lives.
At LuskinOIC, we take the proper steps to identify, diagnose, and treat your child’s arthrogryposis. Our orthopedic specialists analyze how the joints formed and how they are affected, sometimes using an X-ray, MRI, or computed tomography (CT) scans to confirm the diagnosis and create the best possible treatment plan.
You can trust our award-winning pediatric orthopedic specialists to provide your patient with expert, personalized arthrogryposis treatment. Our state-of-the-art technology also helps us provide world-class care.
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The Orthopaedic Research Center (ORC), located on the UCLA Westwood campus, was constructed in 2007. The five-story, 95,000-square-foot facility is another result of the cooperative effort with UCLA.
Kimberly Navarro Recognized Alongside 100 Volunteers for Reaching a “Milestone” Amount of Hours
The Orthopaedic Research Center (ORC), located on the UCLA Westwood campus, was constructed in 2007. The five-story, 95,000-square-foot facility is another result of the cooperative effort with UCLA.
Kimberly Navarro Recognized Alongside 100 Volunteers for Reaching a “Milestone” Amount of Hours
