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2018-10-02 08:02:59
If leg is 1mm short can it cause limp while walking or it is normal and no serious problem and no health issues
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1mm length difference will not even be felt by your body. If it is 1cm, even that, the body can adjust to.

Answered2018-10-02 08:04:47

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