Limb lengthening surgery recovery time

Cosmetic limb/leg lengthening is a revolutionary procedure that has provided countless individuals with the opportunity to achieve their desired height. Pain following any surgical procedure is inevitable - but understanding how to prepare both physically and mentally helps to set expectations.

Therefore, the LimbplastX Institute team is committed to providing clinically-proven education and remaining as transparent as possible, allowing our prospective patients to make the most informed decisions possible.

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The Procedure

Most importantly, it is essential to understand the procedure itself.

How painful is leg lengthening surgery reddit

Cosmetic leg lengthening involves cutting the bone (typically the tibia or femur) and allowing it to gradually heal in a lengthened position through a process called distraction osteogenesis. This is achieved using internal devices, known as intramedullary nails, that are adjusted daily to slowly separate the broken bone ends, allowing new bone to form in the gap.

Read more about the PRECICE internal nails used by the LimbplastX Institute, as well as the lengthening procedure itself, here.&

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