Division of Orthopaedics Patient Stories

An innovative device, developed by one of CHOP’s world-renowned surgeons, gave Jonathen’s family hope for a better future.

Landon's life has been transformed after his VEPTR surgery. His lung function has improved; he has enough energy to explore his surroundings,

Bracing has helped decrease the curvature in Annie's spine from scoliosis and delay surgical intervention.

Despite efforts to save his toes, Brandon required an amputation. With help from experts at CHOP, he’s back playing his favorite sports.

An argument over body lotion led to a startling discovery, a rare diagnosis, and improved function for Skylar.

A rare condition left 2-year-old Scarlett unable to move her right arm. Treatment from experts at CHOP has helped her regain function and hope for the future.

Sisters Kate and Emma Fair were diagnosed with a rapidly advancing scoliosis, but their family found treatment, support, and a path toward recovery close to home.

James and Rachel traveled 3,000 miles to seek medical treatment for their daughter's TIS. CHOP is one of only a few hospitals in the nation that offer VEPTR surgery.

Once in so much pain he couldn’t walk, Daniel is back on the field competing in tournament baseball, sometimes two or three games in a single day. 

Six years after being confined to a back brace to treat extreme scoliosis, Lindsay is now a sophomore with a successful clothing line that has generated thousands of dollars in support of scoliosis research.