Limb lengthening

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Limb lengthening

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I am having limb lengthening over a nail in the proximal femur, and after 12 weeks in I have premature consolidation. A Brief History I had osteosarcoma distal femur and was operated by arthrodesis procedure operated at a young age this cause leg discrepancy.

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Dr. Anoli Jobalia (PT) Physiotherapist 11 yrs exp Mumbai · Accepted Answer

Dr. Anoli Jobalia (PT)

Physiotherapist 11 yrs exp Mumbai

We will have to measure the limb length difference. If it is minor we can deal with exercises. If more, then certain changes in shoe height will be required

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visit a team of orthopedic surgeon, physiotherapist and orthotist

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