A Look at Arthrogryposis.

Arthrogryposis, also known as Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, is a muscle disorder that causes multiple joint contractures at birth. A contracture is a limitation in the range of motion of a joint. All cases are different. In a severe case, many joints can be affected and there could be a minimal range of motion while in some other cases, few joints may be affected and the range of motion may be nearly normal. In the "classic" …

…in most cases, the outlook for those with only arthrogryposis is a positive one. Unlike many other conditions, arthrogryposis is non-progressive which means that it does not worsen with age. Also, with physical therapy and other available treatments, improvement in function and rang of motion is usually possible. Most people with arthrogryposis have normal intelligence and are able to lead productive, independent lives as adults just like everyone else that did not have the disease.