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Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva

What Is FOP?

Fibrodysplasia - Tissue thickening or scarring.
Ossificants - Hardening process turning into bone.
Progressiva - Continual development, worsening over time.

Individual with FOP appear normal at birth except for
characteristic of malformation of great (Big) toes.

FOP is a condition where muscles and tendons progressively
turn into bone a er birth, restricting movement. The disease progression rate varies and flare-ups, characterized by sudden
swelling and inflammation, occur unpredictably.

What FOP Trust Offers?

We provide comprehensive support for individuals with FOP, including:
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Medical Consultation

FOP Trust India offers specialized medical consultations for FOP patients, providing tailored care, effective treatment planning, and resources to manage this rare condition.

Mobility Aids

FOP Trust India offers custom wheelchairs and mobility aids, enhancing independence and quality of life for FOP patients by facilitating easier navigation on a daily basis.

Home Comforts

FOP Trust India enhances home comfort for FOP patients with specialized recliners and beds, tailored to ensure maximum comfort and support in their living environments.

House Modification

FOP Trust India offers house modifications to accommodate specialized recliners, beds, & mobility aids, ensuring a supportive and accessible living environment for FOP patients.

DO You Know anyone with FOP?

FOP, a rare genetic disorder, turns muscles and connective tissues into bone, restricting mobility.
It’s often marked by big toe malformations. Despite mental wellness, FOP patients face physical immobility.
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Clinical Characteristics of FOP:

Malformation of the great toes is visible at birth.

Rogue bone growth progressively restricts movement.

No ethnic, racial, or gender patterns.

Rare, progressive genetic disorder that has an estimated prevalence of 0.88 per 1 million, or approximately a prevalence of 1 in 1 million.

FOP Trust connects all India FOP Patients with best available doctors & hospitals.

FOP Trust provides support & information to FOP patients and families in India. Accurate information and connection with others is crucial when dealing with an ultra rare or orphan disease like FOP.
FOP Trust raises awareness of FOP in the community, including the medical community, on the symptoms, diagnosis and medical management of FOP.

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The Horizon for FOP is bright
“The horizon for FOP is bright.” 

Go behind the scenes of this year’s Drug Development Forum  When Dan Perrien attended his first FOP Drug Development Forum (DDF), he met two young children with fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP). He watched them run and play like any other children would — while the adults in the room were on high alert to make […]

"Underpuppy" Raina advances the search for FOP cure
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Meet 12-year-old Raina When Raina and her friends created a club called “The Underpuppies,” they decided on just one requirement: You have to be genuinely kind to join.  To enforce that requirement, they developed a test. The current Underpuppies stage a situation where the prospective member has to help someone in need or be willing […]

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After falling this spring, Jordyn’s arms locked up more. At night, her arms wouldn’t touch the bed when she laid flat on her back, and she could no longer sleep on her side because of the pain the pressure put on her arms. None of the pillows or towels she tried helped her find a […]

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