by 28177pwpadmin | Nov 13, 2025 | Dr. Hariharan, Hip Dysplasia, Prader-Willi
How PWS Affects the Extremities Children with PWS often exhibit hypotonia, joint laxity, and delayed motor milestones, which can lead to orthopedic problems involving the hips, knees, and feet. Common findings include: Flat feet (pes planovalgus) from ligamentous...
by 28177pwpadmin | Nov 13, 2025 | AMC, Arthrogryposis, Dr. Hariharan, Scoliosis
Understanding Arthrogryposis and the Spine Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) is a group of conditions characterized by multiple joint contractures present at birth. While the hands, feet, and limbs are often the most visibly affected, the spine is frequently...
by 28177pwpadmin | Nov 7, 2025 | Conditions, Dr. Hariharan, Prader-Willi, Scoliosis
Prader–Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a complex genetic condition caused by abnormalities in chromosome 15, leading to low muscle tone (hypotonia), growth hormone deficiency, and unique metabolic and behavioral challenges. While most discussions focus on appetite and...
by 28177pwpadmin | Nov 7, 2025 | Cebrebral Palsy, Conditions, Dr. Hariharan, Scoliosis
Understanding the Link Between Cerebral Palsy and the Spine Cerebral palsy (CP) affects muscle tone, movement, and coordination, but it also impacts the spine, particularly during growth. Muscle imbalance and weakness can gradually pull the spine out of alignment,...
by 28177pwpadmin | Nov 4, 2025 | Achondroplasia, Dr. Hariharan, Dwarfism
Understanding the Adult Achondroplasia Spine Adults with achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism, often experience progressive spine problems that impact mobility, comfort, and independence. The same skeletal characteristics that define the condition:...
by 28177pwpadmin | Nov 3, 2025 | Achondroplasia, Conditions, Dr. Hariharan
Understanding the Achondroplasia Spine Achondroplasia is the most common form of skeletal dysplasia, caused by a genetic change in the FGFR3 gene that affects bone growth. While children with achondroplasia have average intelligence and life expectancy, their bone...
