Question

What are some of the characteristics of individuals with achondroplasia

Answer 1

Achondroplasia is a disorder of bone growth that prevents the changing of cartilage to bone.

It is characterized by dwarfism, limited range of motion at the elbows, large head size , and small fingers. There is typically no effect on intelligence or cognitive ability.

Answer 2

Achondroplasia is a form of short-limbed dwarfism. ... Characteristic features of achondroplasia include an average-size trunk, short arms and legs with particularly short upper arms and thighs, limited range of motion at the elbows, and an enlarged head (macrocephaly) with a prominent forehead.