Abstract

Background: Freeman-Burian syndrome (FBS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by facial deformities, arthrogryposis, and difficulties in orthopedic management. Case Report: A case study of a nine-month-old female patient with FBS is presented, who exhibited facial abnormalities and contractures of the hands and feet. Non-operative treatment, including stretching, massage, and splinting, was initially advised. At nine months, bilateral Achilles tenotomy was performed under local anesthesia due to anesthetic risks. Serial casting and bracing were used to maintain the correction. Conclusion: The authors recommend prompt treatment, especially with non-operative methods, and early training of parents in non-operative therapy for optimal results, as multiple surgeries and anesthetic complications can lead to suboptimal outcomes. Massage, stretching, and achieving stable plantigrade feet are crucial for independent walking in patients with FBS.

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DOI
10.18502/jost.v10i4.17370
Journal
Journal of Orthopedic and Spine Trauma
Publisher
Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Open access
Gold open access
License
CC BY-NC 4.0

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APA 7

Arabzadeh, A., Azaditalab, H., Alitaleshi, H., & Abbaszadeh, M. (2024). Diagnosis and Management of Freeman-Burian Syndrome: A Case Report. Journal of Orthopedic and Spine Trauma. https://doi.org/10.18502/jost.v10i4.17370

MLA 9

Arabzadeh, Aidin, et al. "Diagnosis and Management of Freeman-Burian Syndrome: A Case Report." Journal of Orthopedic and Spine Trauma, 2024. https://doi.org/10.18502/jost.v10i4.17370.

Chicago (author–date)

Arabzadeh, Aidin, Hossein Azaditalab, Hesam Alitaleshi, and Mohammadreza Abbaszadeh. 2024. "Diagnosis and Management of Freeman-Burian Syndrome: A Case Report." Journal of Orthopedic and Spine Trauma. https://doi.org/10.18502/jost.v10i4.17370.

Harvard

Arabzadeh, A., Azaditalab, H., Alitaleshi, H. and Abbaszadeh, M. (2024) 'Diagnosis and Management of Freeman-Burian Syndrome: A Case Report', Journal of Orthopedic and Spine Trauma. doi:10.18502/jost.v10i4.17370.

Vancouver

Arabzadeh A, Azaditalab H, Alitaleshi H, Abbaszadeh M. Diagnosis and Management of Freeman-Burian Syndrome: A Case Report. Journal of Orthopedic and Spine Trauma. 2024. doi:10.18502/jost.v10i4.17370

IEEE

A. Arabzadeh, H. Azaditalab, H. Alitaleshi, and M. Abbaszadeh, "Diagnosis and Management of Freeman-Burian Syndrome: A Case Report," Journal of Orthopedic and Spine Trauma, 2024, doi: 10.18502/jost.v10i4.17370.