Two years ago, during an annual physical prior to entering fourth grade, David's pediatrician noticed a curve in his back. He ordered tests that confirmed David had juvenile idiopathic scoliosis, and … [Read more...] about David Has Abs Of Steel!
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Child Life Specialist Month: Managing Anxiety In The Cast Room
CERTIFIED child life specialists (CCLS), who have advanced training in child development and developmentally appropriate interventions, work in partnership with doctors, nurses, social workers, and … [Read more...] about Child Life Specialist Month: Managing Anxiety In The Cast Room
Advanced Imaging System Benefits Children Who Need Frequent X-Rays
On January 26, 2018, Shriners Hospitals for Children — Springfield unveiled EOS®, the first ultra-low-dose X-ray imaging system in Western Massachusetts. EOS uses Nobel Prize-winning technology … [Read more...] about Advanced Imaging System Benefits Children Who Need Frequent X-Rays
Ukrainian Patient With Infectious Smile Returns Home To Reunite With Big Sister
Another Boston patient hit a major milestone this past weekend, returning home to Western Ukraine after many months of recovery at Shriners Hospitals for Children — Boston. Life changed in an … [Read more...] about Ukrainian Patient With Infectious Smile Returns Home To Reunite With Big Sister
Motion Analysis Center Helps Customize Care
The Motion Analysis Center (MAC) located at Shriners Hospitals for Children — Springfield offers state-of-the-art technology for the analysis of complex movement problems. It is one of only two such … [Read more...] about Motion Analysis Center Helps Customize Care