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Distortion or disfigurement of any part of the body.

Orthopedic devices, such as braces or splints, may help maintain everyday mobility and prevent injury.

Make an appointment to see a healthcare professional if the deformity is:

• Painful
• Affecting everyday activities.
• Growing more disfigured.
• Accompanied by new deformities.
• Changing in how it feels, such as from soft to hard.
• Affecting senses or functions of the body, such as vision, smelling, hearing, touch, taste or going to the bathroom.