abnormalities

Presents a comprehensive guide for parents of children with spina bifida that describes the symptoms and causes of the disease, legal rights and insurance issues, physical therapy, and working through the grief and guilt.

Explains what happens to a boy who has an operation to correct the problems with his face caused by birth defects.

A pigeon-toed penguin, cheating on the corrective treatment she is undergoing for her handicap, suddenly tries to make up for lost time.

Presents an introduction to birth defects, examining the interaction between genes and the environment, discussing common bith defect, prenatal detection, genetic counseling, and medical strategies for helping children with birth defects.

Describes some of the reasons children might be required to wear leg braces and how they are helpful.

Defines and describes scoliosis, discussing how it is diagnosed and treated and providing advice and resources for those having this condition.