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4 years ago
I just became aware that Ed McPherson, MD, is now offering limb lengthening: https://www.uclahealth.org/providers/edward-mcphersonDr. McPherson is a master surgeon who is well know...
4 years ago
There is no age limit.  I lengthened 9 cm at age 56 and did just fine.  Others lengthen at age 20 and have troubles.  Like everything, there are pros and cons.  Older folks may be...
5 years ago
I think you must be very clear about what you are asking when you ask about "recovery".If "recovery" means that point in time when I don't really feel ANY effects of surgery (other...
5 years ago
I encourage you to direct specific questions to your surgeon but I am happy to share my understanding of things.As for bowed legs--purely external can correct bowed legs because th...
5 years ago
Good luck to you.  My experience was wonderful.I too have a slight bowed leg that I would have corrected if I had more time to be in frames but life forces choices and time won.Fee...