“Seeing him run around happy and never think anything was ever wrong … it’s heartwarming knowing that he’s going to be okay,” says Cooper’s father, BJ, describing the progress Cooper has made navigating his conditions.
Cooper and his family traveled from College Station to Dallas to receive multidisciplinary care at Scottish Rite for Children. Cooper’s father, BJ, is no stranger to Scottish Rite. He received treatment at Scottish Rite for arthrogryposis as a child. Director of the Center for Excellence in Hand Scott Oishi, M.D., FACS, confirmed that Cooper has arthrogryposis, just like his dad. Director of the Center for Excellence in Foot Anthony I. Riccio, M.D., diagnosed Cooper with congenital vertical talus, a rare and complex foot condition that causes the sole of the foot to flex in a convex position, forming a rocker-bottom appearance.
Now, Cooper is a bundle of energy who runs and plays, thanks to the care he receives at Scottish Rite.
