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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
Pediatric Orthopedics
Elite in Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
Pediatric Orthopedics

Shriners Hospitals For Children

950 West Faris Road, 
Greenville, SC 
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients

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 31 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, Congenital Contractures, Clubfoot, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, and Osteotomy. Dr. Hyer is currently accepting new patients.

Elite in Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
Pediatric Orthopedics
Elite in Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
Pediatric Orthopedics

Shriners Hospitals For Children

950 West Faris Road, 
Greenville, SC 
Languages Spoken:
English
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 55 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, Clubfoot, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy. Dr. Westberry is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
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Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

1600 Rockland Road, 
Wilmington, DE 
Experience:
13+ years
Languages Spoken:
English

I chose orthopedics because I love helping people get back on their feet, and I looked at how happy Orthopedic surgeons were 20 years into their practice. That is always a good sign that you have chosen a career path wisely! I was once a kid myself! Growing up I was a babysitter and a nanny, so I kind of grew up around kids. When I did mission work in Guatemala, I gravitated toward taking care of children. When I became interested in pediatric orthopedics, I started focusing on deformity correction because that mostly affects children. I’m passionate about being a doctor in general, and a doctor at Nemours in particular. Also, I think it’s important for people to learn to take care of themselves. As health issues, smoking and obesity are personal hot-buttons for me. I love what I do, and enjoy the interaction with parents and kids. I treat the whole patient as an individual, not just their orthopedic needs, and I treat each child as my own. Dr. Nichols is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita. She is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, Congenital Contractures, Clubfoot, Tenotomy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Nichols is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

What are the latest Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita Clinical Trials?
Impact Study on Users of Upper Limb Assistive Devices (AMUSE)

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