I've heard that before the frame removal in pure external tibia method, the dynamization needs to be done a month earlier. This is the process where they unload the partial weight bearing from frames in order for a patient to load more weight onto the bones for adaptation.
Is there a possibility of height loss during that process?
Posted on Aug 3, 2024, 5:03 pm
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Posted on Aug 3, 2024, 8:20 pm
#2
If there is at least 90% callus formation then no.
I didn't lose even 1mm while I used monorails which were not even weightbearing. But I started walking when my callus was almost fully consolidated.
Posted on Aug 3, 2024, 8:39 pm
#3
I'm going to do this with full-ring Ilizarov frames with hexapod correction. When will I able to weight bear unassisted? Since they are strong frames unlike monorails, I think it won't bend if I start walking without crutches after 3-4 months of surgery.
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