About the Treatment Method
Lengthening Process and Surgical Methods
During surgery, the bone is carefully cut. The system placed between the two cut ends (for example, the Precice magnetic nail) is opened 1 millimeter every day with an externally controlled remote. The body fills this gap with new bone tissue, fusing it. The bone continues to lengthen until the targeted height is reached.
The safe lengthening limit from a single bone segment (for example, only the lower leg or only the upper leg) is generally between 5 and 8 centimeters, depending on the stretching tolerance of nerves and muscles. If both the lower and upper legs are lengthened, 12-15 cm can be gained.
Yes, this is a long-term treatment requiring patience. During the lengthening process (for example, 60 days for 6 cm) and afterwards, the hardening of the bone (consolidation) takes months. During this process, it is mandatory to receive intensive physical therapy and strictly follow the doctor's permissions for walking (weight-bearing).
The information on this page is for general health advice. Please consult specialized physicians for personalized treatment or advice.
