Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
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What is the definition of Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita?
Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC) refers to the development of multiple joint contractures affecting two or more areas of the body prior to birth. A contracture occurs when a joint becomes permanently fixed in a bent or straightened position, which can impact the function and range of motion of the joint and may lead to muscle atrophy. AMC is not a specific diagnosis, but rather a physical symptom that can be associated with many different medical conditions. It is suspected that AMC is related to decreased fetal movement during development which can have a variety of different causes, including environmental factors (i.e. maternal illness, limited space), single gene changes (autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, X-linked), chromosomal abnormalities and various syndromes.
What are the alternative names for Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita?
  • Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita
  • Arthrogryposis
  • Congenital arthromyodysplasia
  • Congenital multiple arthrogryposis
  • Fibrous ankylosis of multiple joints
  • Guerin-Stern syndrome
  • Guérin-Stern syndrome
  • Myodystrophia fetalis deformans
  • Otto syndrome
  • Rocher-Sheldon syndrome
  • Rossi syndrome
Who are the top Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita Local Doctors?
Elite in Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
Dr. Lauren C. Hyer
Pediatric Orthopedics
Elite in Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
Dr. Lauren C. Hyer
Pediatric Orthopedics
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Shriners Hospitals For Children

950 West Faris Road, 
Greenville, SC 
866-459-0013
Languages Spoken:
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Lauren Hyer is a Pediatric Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Hyer is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, Congenital Contractures, Clubfoot, Proximal Symphalangism, and Osteotomy. Dr. Hyer is currently accepting new patients.

Elite in Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
Elite in Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
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Shriners Hospital For Children

3551 N Broad St, 
Philadelphia, PA 
215-430-4288
Languages Spoken:
English, Dutch
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Harold Van Bosse-Vanbosse is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Van Bosse-Vanbosse is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, Congenital Contractures, Clubfoot, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Van Bosse-Vanbosse is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
Dr. David E. Westberry
Pediatric Orthopedics
Elite in Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
Dr. David E. Westberry
Pediatric Orthopedics
Referral may be required

Shriners Hospitals For Children

950 West Faris Road, 
Greenville, SC 
866-459-0013
Languages Spoken:
English
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Accepting New Patients

David Westberry is a Pediatric Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Westberry is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, Clubfoot, Congenital Contractures, Osteotomy, and Leg or Foot Amputation. Dr. Westberry is currently accepting new patients.

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What are the latest Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita Clinical Trials?
Impact Study on Users of Upper Limb Assistive Devices (AMUSE)
Impact Study on Users of Upper Limb Assistive Devices (AMUSE)
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 24, 2026
Intervention Type: Other

Summary: This impact study of upper limb (UL) assistance devices is part of the Exploratory PEPR O2R Robotic assistance for human movements. The integrated project PI3 ASSISTMOV, composed of a multidisciplinary team in engineering and Human and Social Sciences (HSS), targets the use case of employing robotic assistance for the movement of persons with disabilities (PWD). Through the development of a range ...

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center