Luskin Orthopedic Institute for Children (LuskinOIC) offers treatment from award-winning pediatric orthopedic doctors, specializing in addressing symptoms and medical issues in children with connective tissue disorders. Using state-of-the-art technology, our aim is to create a treatment plan that maximizes healing and relief for your child.
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The human body has 78 organs and the skeleton has 206 bones. Connective tissues are found throughout all of these complex structures, and there are more than 200 types of connective tissue disorders.
Since there are so many different kinds of connective tissue disorders, signs and symptoms vary widely. However, some of the common symptoms of these disorders include:
However, certain disorders, like rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, and systemic lupus erythematosus can sometimes cause serious health problems. For instance, they can create abnormalities in the lungs, causing breathing problems like breathlessness or chronic coughing.
The human body has 78 organs and the skeleton has 206 bones. Connective tissues are found throughout all of these complex structures, and there are more than 200 types of connective tissue disorders.
Since there are so many different kinds of connective tissue disorders, signs and symptoms vary widely. However, some of the common symptoms of these disorders include:
However, certain disorders, like rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, and systemic lupus erythematosus can sometimes cause serious health problems. For instance, they can create abnormalities in the lungs, causing breathing problems like breathlessness or chronic coughing.
The first step in treating connective tissue disorders is getting the right diagnosis. In some cases, our doctors can diagnose a disorder through a physical exam. Other times, your child might need blood tests, DNA tests or imaging tests such as X-rays, CT scans, or MRIs to confirm a diagnosis.
Treatment for connective tissue disorders varies by diagnosis, and the treatment plan is based on your child’s overall health and needs. The treatment team at OIC will work closely with you to design a treatment that is tailored to your child’s specific needs.
The most common connective tissue disorders in children include:
At LuskinOIC’s Orthopaedic Hemophilia Treatment Center (OHTC), we set the standard in treating hemophilia joint and limb issues. In 1970, OHTC was designated by the World Federation of Hemophilia as one of the first four International Hemophilia Training Centers.
We’ve consistently been pioneers for our patients: we were the first comprehensive care center on the West Coast, we performed the first successful hip replacement surgery in a patient with hemophilia, and through clinical trials we have been providing the newest treatments available.
In addition to treatment, we conduct groundbreaking research, provide innovative and personalized physical therapy, and offer genetic counseling for patients and their families.
At LuskinOIC, your child will receive treatment from award-winning doctors in pediatric orthopedics. We diagnose and treat the many symptoms and medical issues that can arise in children with connective tissue disorders. Together, we develop a treatment plan that provides maximum healing and relief for your child
LuskinOIC takes a focused approach to pediatric connective tissue disorders, providing world-class treatment from expert specialists using state-of-the-art technology.
Our expert specialists in pediatric connective tissue disorders will design a treatment plan for your patient that is tailored to their specific condition and needs.
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The Orthopaedic Research Center (ORC), located on the UCLA Westwood campus, was constructed in 2007. The five-story, 95,000-square-foot facility is another result of the cooperative effort with UCLA.
Kimberly Navarro Recognized Alongside 100 Volunteers for Reaching a “Milestone” Amount of Hours
The Orthopaedic Research Center (ORC), located on the UCLA Westwood campus, was constructed in 2007. The five-story, 95,000-square-foot facility is another result of the cooperative effort with UCLA.
Kimberly Navarro Recognized Alongside 100 Volunteers for Reaching a “Milestone” Amount of Hours
