Specialists in limb lengthening and deformity correction procedures
Do you have a significant limb deformity or a limb length discrepancy that bothers you? Do you have a fracture that is having trouble healing? Do your knees hurt, and no one understands why?
Problems like these are often due to injury, illness, developmental problems in childhood, or other medical issues. At Memorial Health University Physicians Orthopedic Care, we provide limb lengthening and deformity correction procedures using advanced surgical technology. Our board-certified orthopedic surgeons are trained in the latest techniques in limb salvage abs restoration and is committed to achieving the optimal outcomes possible for each of his patients.
Leading orthopedic surgeons, patient-centered care
Our orthopedic surgeons are dedicated to providing state-of-the-art, compassionate care. We work closely with physical therapists, prosthetists, and other physicians to create personalized treatment plans focused on each patient's complex needs. We concentrate on providing comprehensive patient education that enables patients to make informed decisions and feel confident about their treatment options.
We perform numerous surgeries to straighten and lengthen bones and help problematic fractures heal. Sometimes it is possible to form new bone in cases of bone deficiency.
We specialize in correcting upper and lower limb deformities, including those caused by traumatic injuries, developmental deformities, infections and other problems. We offer joint-sparing surgery options for arthritis of the hip, knee, and ankle. Our techniques are based on both established and novel approaches, and we use the most up-to-date technology to give our patients the broadest range of treatment options available.
State-of-the-art surgery for a range of underlying issues
Our surgeons provide limb-lengthening procedures and treatment for a broad range of underlying conditions, including:
- Developmental deformities
- Unhealed fractures
- Bone deformity following a trauma
- Bone loss or deformity due to infection
- Limbs shortening due to injury or trauma
- Knock knees (genu valgum)
- Bow legs (genu varum)
- Arthritis of the hip, knee, or ankle
- Short stature
Learn more about our treatment options
Limb length discrepancies and limb deformities can cause a number of medical issues and mobility issues that can significantly impact quality of life. Today's surgical techniques and tools offer more options than ever.
To learn more about limb salvage, restoration, and lengthening surgery and how we can help you, call Memorial Health University Physicians Orthopedic Care today at (912) 350-7412 to schedule a consultation.
