Limb lengthening surgery is an advanced orthopedic procedure that increases height by gradually lengthening the bones using specialized surgical techniques and medical devices. It is commonly performed for height enhancement or to correct limb length discrepancies caused by congenital conditions, trauma, or deformities.
Who Can Benefit
- Individuals seeking height increase
- Patients with limb length discrepancy
- Congenital or post-traumatic limb deformities
Treatment Process
- Surgical cutting of bone under controlled conditions
- Gradual bone distraction using external or internal devices
- New bone formation and consolidation phase
Recovery & Results
- Gradual height increase over several months
- Physiotherapy essential for muscle flexibility
- Permanent results with proper rehabilitation