Limb Lengthening

Limb Lengthening services offered in Lake Oswego, OR

Length differences in the legs or arms can limit what you can do physically and also make you self-conscious about your appearance. Summit Orthopaedics offers advanced limb lengthening solutions for adults and children looking to correct uneven limbs or increase their height. Stephen Wallace, MD, uses the latest minimally invasive techniques and lengthening devices to give you the results you desire. Call the Lake Oswego, Oregon, office today to learn more about the available limb lengthening solutions or book a consultation online.

Limb Lengthening Q & A

What is limb lengthening?

Limb lengthening is a surgery to make a bone or limb longer. The procedure is beneficial for those who have discrepancies in the length of their limbs because of congenital defects, bone disorders, or trauma.

Summit Orthopaedics also offers limb lengthening solutions for individuals looking to increase their height to boost their self-confidence and self-esteem.

The surgical team uses advanced, minimally invasive techniques and state-of-the-art lengthening devices to help you reach your desired height without extended downtime.

Am I a candidate for limb lengthening surgery?

You may be a candidate for the limb lengthening solutions available at Summit Orthopaedics if you’re interested in lengthening your upper arm or forearm, thigh bone (femur), or shin bone (tibia).

The surgical team also specializes in customized treatment plans to correct limb abnormalities like:

Knock-knees
Bowlegs
Skeletal dysplasia
Growth plate fractures or tumors

The team offers comprehensive consultations in the office or by video conferencing to discuss your goals for surgery. They also complete a medical exam and request radiographic imaging to confirm you’re a candidate for limb lengthening surgery.

What can I expect during limb lengthening surgery?

During limb lengthening surgery, your Summit Orthopaedics surgeon uses minimally invasive techniques to access the targeted bone and prepare it for the lengthening rod implant. Once the rod is in place in the inner part of the bone, your surgeon uses a wireless remote to lengthen the bone gradually.

Limb lengthening surgery takes about an hour. You can expect to stay in the hospital for observation. Your surgeon coordinates physical therapy right away to keep your joints flexible during your recovery.

The advanced technologies the team uses allow the entire implant to fit inside the bone, so there are no outside pins or wires. This ensures a smoother recovery and a better surgical outcome.

Initially, you need to use crutches or a walker until the bone heals before you can walk independently. Depending on your lengthening goals, the process can take three months to a year to reach full arm length or height.

Call Summit Orthopaedics today to schedule a limb lengthening consultation or book an appointment online.