<t>We went for an evaluation in April. I was not convinced that they were recommending a surgery she needed. We then sought out Dr. Nath in Texas. He did her first surgery when she was two. <br/> <br/> My advice... Get several opinions. Research. Trust your gut and have faith. We live close to Cinci...

<t>I realize that no one is a doctor but it is very hard to get a lot of info when you are halfway across the country from the doctor. Personal experience is what I am looking for. <br/> <br/> For example, the splint in school vs out of school. The splint in hot weather.... Any information on the de...

<t>My husband is quietly supportive and does let me handle it. I don't think he means to not be actively involved and will be if I put it in front of him. He goes to appointments and reads articles I give him. I just have to work to keep him involved. <br/> <br/> Hang in there and know that you are ...

<t>My daughter is 8 1/2 years old. She needs the triangle tilt surgery as soon as possible according to Dr. Nath. The problem is she is not thrilled, does not want to be in a splint during the summer, and wants to play soccer in the fall. I am willing to overrule her if necessary. <br/> <br/> Any in...

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<t>I am trying to find out more about this surgery. We are trying to get my daughter scheduled for the 3D CT scan and get an opinion on whether she needs this surgery. How did other parents end up on this road to surgery? Another clinic said it was shoulder/chest muscles pulling her shoulder in. Wil...