Limb lengthening

Leg lengthening with deformity correction

Many stature-lengthening patients also have bowlegs, knock-knees or torsion. The institute plans lengthening and realignment together, so height and straight alignment are achieved in one treatment rather than a second operation later.

Who it suits

  • Want height but also have bowlegs, knock-knees or torsion
  • Out-toeing or in-toeing gait

Technique highlights

  • Height and straight alignment from a single surgical plan
  • Published cases include 6 cm LATN with knock-knee correction and lengthening with gait-rotation correction

Surgical steps

  • Analyse both angular and rotational alignment from radiographs and CT.
  • Choose an osteotomy level that serves both lengthening and correction.
  • Lengthen and correct on schedule, with computer assistance in complex cases.

Recovery & aftercare

  • Similar to routine lengthening, with more care over weight-bearing during the correction period.
  • You must stay in Korea for the whole lengthening and follow-up period; the international team arranges accommodation, interpretation and the physiotherapy schedule.

Risks & things to consider

  • Bone lengthening is major surgery. Outcome and recovery time depend on bone quality, age, weight and how disciplined the patient is with rehabilitation, so identical results cannot be guaranteed.
  • Daily physiotherapy is mandatory through both the lengthening and consolidation phases. Skipping it risks joint stiffness, muscle contracture or delayed bone healing.
  • Disclose all medical conditions, regular medication, previous bone surgery and drug allergies at the consultation, and stop smoking before and after surgery as instructed — nicotine measurably slows bone healing.

Frequently asked questions

Does correcting bowlegs during lengthening cost extra?

It depends on the site and type: if the rotation lies within the segment already being lengthened there is no extra charge, but correcting the femur while lengthening the tibia does add cost. The hospital quotes this clearly before you decide.

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