Introduction

[Guest guest]

Hello everyone,

I just wanted to introduce myself, my family, and our journey so far.

My daughter, Emmalee, was born 4/18/11 and immediately diagnosed with Congenital

Hip Dysplasia. She was placed in a Pavlik Harness for 2 months to help the

bones " grow " into the right position.

At around 6 months, she was sent to physical therapy for Torticollis and has

been in PT since. At a periodic evaluation, they noticed that there was a curve

in her back and sent her to her Orthopedist.

At that appointment 2 weeks ago, she was referred to a pediatric spine

specialist at s Hopkins with a preliminary diagnosis of a 19 degree curve.

At the appointment with the PSS last week, she was diagnosed with a 34 degree

curve and is being scheduled for an MRI with a follow-up to determine a course

of action. So far, he has mention a brace, but didn't want to be definitive

until after the MRI.

So that's where we are right now. Josh and I are trying to sort out all the

information and be prepared for what our options may be. We look forward to

getting feedback and advice from all of you.

Thanks,

Leeann