Arthrogryposis, also called arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC), is a term used to describe a variety of conditions involving multiple joint contractures (or stiffness).

Arthrogryposis (AMC) is congenital joint contracture in two or more areas of the body. It derives its name from Greek, actually meaning 'curving of joints' (arthron, 'joint'; grȳpōsis, late Latin form …

Arthrogryposis (arthrogryposis multiplex congenita, AMC) is a characteristic of over 300 disorders, including muscular dystrophy and trisomy 18 (Edwards syndrome). It refers to the occurrence …

Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC) refers to the development of multiple joint contractures affecting two or more areas of the body prior to birth. A contracture occurs when a joint …

Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (arthrogryposis or “AMC”) is a term used to describe a person born with multiple stiff joints. While there are over 300 specific diagnoses that fall under this …

Aug 9, 2025 · Arthrogryposis is a non-progressive congenital disorder of unknown etiology that presents with multiple rigid joints leading to stiffness and severe limitation in motion in all 4 limbs.

What is arthrogryposis? Arthrogryposis is the broad name for a group of rare conditions that cause stiff joints, limited movement, and below-average muscle development.

What Is Arthrogryposis? Arthrogryposis, also called arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC), involves a variety of non-progressive conditions that are characterized by multiple joint …

Arthrogryposes – multiple joint contractures – are a clinically and etiologically heterogeneous class of diseases, where accurate diagnosis, recognition of the underlying pathology and …

Arthrogryposis is a term used to describe a number of rare conditions characterized by stiff joints and abnormally developed muscles. At Washington University Orthopedics, we uniquely offer …