What is achondroplasia and who treats it?

Achondroplasia (ay-kon-druh-PLAY-zhuh) is a skeletal dysplasia. Skeletal dysplasias are conditions that affect the growth of cartilage and bone. Children growing up with achondroplasia can live long and productive lives. Treatment can help with related problems, and new research offers hope for even better treatments. To schedule an appointment, contact our skeletal dysplasia center.