Insufficient room for fetal movement in utero due to lack of normal amniotic fluid or an abnormally shaped uterus. A malformed fetal spinal cord or central nervous system which will usually be accompanied by other conditions. Abnormal development of tendons, bones or joints. Treatment usually involves physical therapy to improve muscle strength and range of motion as well as surgery and splints. AMC is a non-progressive disease.
Substantial improvement is possible and the outlook is often positive.
An autosomal recessive disorder of webbing around the joints. For more information on these disorders see Rare syndromes. The two most recent issues can be read online and include information on research and letters from parents, physical therapists and doctors involved with children who have arthrogryposis. There is lots of good information and a lot of it is encouraging. Avenues also offers an online pamphlet detailing arthrogryposis, a directory of medical professionals and clinics specializing in AMC, a support group list, a penpal list, and a chat line for families.