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What is the definition of Sprengel Deformity?
Sprengel deformity is a congenital condition characterized by abnormal development and elevation of the shoulder blade (scapula). Severity can range considerably from being almost invisible when covered with clothes, to the shoulder being elevated over 5 centimeters, with neck webbing. Signs and symptoms may include a lump in the back of the base of the neck and limited movement in the shoulder or arm. The condition may also be associated with other skeletal (bone or cartilage) or muscular abnormalities. Sprengel deformity typically occurs sporadically for no apparent reason but autosomal dominant inheritance has been reported. It is caused by an interruption of normal development and movement of the scapula during early fetal growth (probably between the 9th and 12th weeks of gestation).
What are the alternative names for Sprengel Deformity?
  • Sprengel deformity
  • Congenital elevation of the scapula
  • Congenital upward displacement of the scapula
  • High scapula
  • Sprengel's deformity
  • Sprengel's shoulder
Who are the top Sprengel Deformity Local Doctors?
Elite in Sprengel Deformity
Elite in Sprengel Deformity
Barcelona, CT, ES 

Francisco Soldado practices in Barcelona, Spain. Mr. Soldado is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Sprengel Deformity. His top areas of expertise are Sprengel Deformity, Brachial Plexopathy, Erb's Palsy, Bone Graft, and Osteotomy.

Michael Q. Freehill
Experienced in Sprengel Deformity
Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
Experienced in Sprengel Deformity
Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

Summit Orthopedics

2620 Eagan Woods Drive, Floor 1, 
Eagan, MN 
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients
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Michael Freehill, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in the surgical and nonsurgical care of the shoulder, with a special interest in adult joint reconstruction, joint replacement, sports-related injuries, and arthroscopic surgery. He serves patients in the Minneapolis St. Paul metro area. Dr. Freehill has 20-plus years of experience and is a frequent recipient of the Top Doctor designation in Mpls.St.Paul Magazine. He speaks both nationally and internationally, has authored numerous articles in professional publications, and has served as a course instructor for dozens of conferences. He completed his shoulder, elbow, and sports medicine fellowship at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center in New York. Dr. Freehill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sprengel Deformity. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Hajdu-Cheney Syndrome, and Skeletal-Extraskeletal Angiomatosis.

 
 
 
 
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Julian S. Arroyo
Experienced in Sprengel Deformity
Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
Experienced in Sprengel Deformity
Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

Proliance Surgeons

7308 Bridgeport Way W, Suite 201, 
Lakewood, WA 
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Julian S. Arroyo, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder reconstruction, upper extremity orthopedic surgery, and sports medicine. He began practicing in 1996 and is the first fellowship-trained shoulder surgeon to practice in Pierce County. He is professionally interested in minimally invasive shoulder procedures and outpatient shoulder arthroplasty. He uses the most advanced surgical and non-surgical techniques available to help his patients return to a normal lifestyle more quickly and with fewer complications.Dr. Arroyo is a frequent contributor to leading orthopedic journals and lectures and instructs physicians in advanced shoulder reconstruction techniques. He also has worked with major manufacturers, assisting in development and design of orthopedic implants and techniques. Dr. Arroyo is one of a select few surgeons in the state with membership in the distinguished American Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Association and is also a reviewing editor for the association’s Journal of Shoulder & Elbow Surgery. As a Pacific Northwest native, Dr. Arroyo is very active in the community. He enjoys snow skiing, water sports, fishing, hunting, and golf. Dr. Arroyo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sprengel Deformity. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.

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