arthrogryposis

Definitions

noun countable, pathology The permanent fixation of a joint in a contracted position.
noun uncountable, pathology A congenital disorder in which the joints are so fixed because of lack of muscle development.

[arthro– + Late Latin grȳpōsis, hooking (from Late Greek grūpōsis, from Greek grūpousthai, to become hooked, from grūpos, hook-nosed).]

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Angel has arthrogryposis multiplex congenita - arthrogryposis is a Greek word meaning "curved or hooked joints."

NYT > Home Page By MANNY FERNANDEZ 2010
And Jessica has a disease called arthrogryposis, and arthrogryposis causes children's hands and feet to become deformed and not work properly.

CNN Transcript Nov 30, 2007 2007
Ana, of Crosby Villa, Maryport, has a condition called arthrogryposis, which means she has mobility difficulties.

News round-up 2008
Many babies with arthrogryposis are born with no limbs, severely deformed limbs or are permanently wheelchair-bound.

Redefining Normal 2007
Also, her hands look like they're similarly affected to her feet, if less severely so... i'm thinking she has something like arthrogryposis sp?...

Disability in China Kay Olson 2007
Chloe (ph) is 10 and she has arthrogryposis, and you're born with joints that don't bend.

CNN Transcript Dec 25, 2003 2003
Often, however, contractures of arthrogryposis can only be corrected by surgery.

1) Head Control and Use of Senses 1999
Figure arthrogryposis dark lump on back spina bifida

1) Head Control and Use of Senses 1999
Rehabilitation of the child with arthrogryposis aims at helping the child do as much for herself as possible.

1) Head Control and Use of Senses 1999
Some children with arthrogryposis are able to walk, especially if contractures are corrected.

1) Head Control and Use of Senses 1999