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Treatments for Achondroplasia

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There is no cure for achondroplasia. The recommendations for the medical management of individuals with achondroplasia have been outlined by the American Academy of Pediatrics' Committee on Genetics. The potential medical complications of achondroplasia range from mild (ear...More »

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Genetic testing is a process which involves examining individuals' genetic material for the presence of a change that indicates why they may have developed a d...  More »
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Development of the bones of the human body. Scientists who study the development of the human being from conception to birth begin calling the embryo a fetus around...  More »
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A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ...  More »
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Physical therapists provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain , and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities among those sufferin...  More »
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Application of Back Brace
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Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure in which two or more vertebrae are permanently joined into one solid bone with no space between them. The vertebrae are the sm...  More »
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Exploratory Lumbar Laminectomy
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