Limb Lengthening Surgery

Limb lengthening surgery is an effective treatment method used to eliminate congenital or post-traumatic leg length inequalities. It is also used to compensate for shortness after skeletal dysplasia or tumor surgeries.

Techniques used

• External fixator/Ilizarov method
• Motorized nail
• External fixators
• Combined methods (nail + external fixator)

Post-surgical process :

• Every day a certain amount of bone is lengthened (1mm per day)
• Waiting time is necessary for the newly formed bone
• Physical therapy and device use may be required throughout the process

The aim of the treatment is to make both legs balanced, symmetrical and functional.