Limb Lengthening Surgery

Lengthening surgery is a specialized surgical procedure for short stature due to genetic causes. It is often performed in skeletal dysplasias such as achondroplasia, spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia or inadequate height development.

Main methods applied:

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

In this procedure, the bone is cut in a controlled manner and the bone is regenerated by lengthening it by an average of 1 mm per day.

Treatment process:

• Intensive physical therapy and rehabilitation required
• Psychological support is also an important part of the process

Limb lengthening surgery is a treatment option that increases children’s self-confidence not only physically but also socially and psychologically.