Published on in Spina Bifida Family Connection
We're very proud of the compassionate, highly qualified, competent professionals who make up our Spina Bifida Program team. Meet our newest team members and learn a little bit about their expertise and interests.
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Occupational and physical therapists support Spina Bifida Program patients in many ways. Learn about new resources and tips on bowel/bladder programs, and benefits of tummy time.
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Accessing resources for a child with special needs can be a challenging process. Two Spina Bifida Program team members provide resources to keep your child and family active and entertained.
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Our team takes an active role in helping our patients with spina bifida become more independent with neurogenic bowel management. From training patients and families in the use of transanal irrigation systems to developing a novel cone enema system.
Published on in In Utero Insights
Families who receive a diagnosis of the most severe forms of spina bifida need an amazing level of support and care coordination from prenatal diagnosis through delivery, treatment and discharge.
Published on in In Utero Insights
In fetuses with open spinal dysraphism, the risk of talipes is increased with an MMC sac, and a larger sac may result in additional injury through mechanical stretching of the nerves.
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New findings from the latest MOMS2 analysis show prenatal repair of the spinal column confers physical gains that extend into childhood.
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Children born with spina bifida may have unique patterns of academic strengths as well as challenges. Read advice on how parents can advocate for their child.
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Here are some tips for keeping your children and family safe and healthy, both physically and mentally, during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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We are pleased to introduce our new Spina Bifida Family Advisory Board, which is comprised of family members of patients with spina bifida and young adults living with spina bifida.