I was born with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita. It is a rare, non-progressive muscle disorder, characterized by multiple joint contractures at birth. It is an umbrella diagnosis. This means there are many types of Arthrogryposis. There are over 400 different types and some who are diagnosed never had their type identified. I am one of thoseContinue reading “June is Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) Month”
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Child Wheelchairs for Arthrogryposis
Arthrogryposis multiplex congenital (AMC) is the congenital joint contracture in two or more areas of the body. Children who are born with AMC experience muscle shortening due to abnormal fibrosis of the muscle tissue. This causes those with arthrogryposis to be unable to perform active extension and flexion in the affected joint or joints. AMCContinue reading “Child Wheelchairs for Arthrogryposis”
Pediatric Wheelchairs and Arthrogryposis
Arthrogryposis multiplex congenital (AMC) is the congenital joint contracture in two or more areas of the body. The word “Arthrogryposis” originates from Greek and means “curving of joints.” Children who are born with joint contractures experience muscle shortening, due to abnormal fibrosis of the muscle tissue. Because of this, they are unable to perform activeContinue reading “Pediatric Wheelchairs and Arthrogryposis”