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Why Does Sleep Matter to Your Child's Mental Health?
Did you know that sleep duration and quality have a direct impact on mental health? For children, their developing brains can be especially impacted. Dr. McClellan, child psychologist at Shiners Children's Portland, explains the importance of fostering go
Bone Density in Children
Shriners Childrens Portland offers comprehensive care for children with low bone density, weak bone and other conditions associated with fragility fractures. Using innovative technology and a collaborative approach, their multidisciplinary team works wit
Dr. Bayomy Talks Sports Medicine
To learn more the Shriners Childrens sports medicine program, we are joined by Ahmad Bayomy, MD, orthopedic surgeon at Shriners Childrens Portland.
Brachial Plexus
Nerve injuries in children may occur during birth and they can sometimes be hard to identify. Dr. Krister Freese discusses the symptoms and treatment options of brachial plexus injuries, how to keep an eye out for signs, ways to prevent this type of injur
Chest Wall Conditions in Female Patients
Medical conditions affecting the chest wall of patients can sometimes go undiagnosed in females, resulting in prolonged symptoms and a delay in receiving treatment. Shriners Childrens Portland specializes in orthopedic care, including chest wall conditio
Clinical Research
Dr. Susan Sienko shares a look inside the clinical research department at the Portland Shriners Hospital and how their research informs effective treatment practices.
In Motion: The Role of Gait Analysis in Treatment Planning
Dr. Ellen Raney explains what 'gait' means, and how gait abnormalities can impact a child, and the treatment options available.
The Best Defense is a Good Offense
Dr. Dominique Laron discusses common sports injuries in children, prevention, and treatment options.
No Hay Límites para Cuidar
Susy Molano, CMI explica los diferentes tipos de servicios de apoyo disponibles para familias con dominio limitado del ingls.
A Parent’s Perspective: Chest Wall Conditions
Andrea (Dee Dee) Dolp, an on-call physical therapist at the Portland Shriners Hospital and parent of a patient who underwent chest wall care at the hospital, reflects on the treatment and care that was given to here son Davis, as well as discussing the co