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6 cm Bi-Lateral Femur : Dr. Sarbjit Singh (Singapore)

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nicolas
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Posted on Feb 19, 2023, 4:27 pm
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Hey All, Underwent 6cm bi-lateral femur lengthening surgery with Dr. Sarbjit (Singapore). Here is short form of experience below for you all. Feel free to DM me and we can talk more over telegram to share more specific details !

Dr. Sarbjit Singh is extremely experienced in this field and right from meeting him first time, under going surgery, recovery, periodic reviews etc. he has been extremely professional and diligent. I definitely recommend basis my experience so far with him.

Its been 12 months since my surgery and few more week left before I can start trying to walk.

Will update soon after my next review with Dr. Sarbjit !

feel free to DM me with more details and learnings, suggestions !
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Posted on Feb 19, 2023, 4:31 pm
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Why more than a year post op you still can't walk? That is not normal
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Posted on Feb 19, 2023, 9:35 pm
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Was  it a weight bearing nail?

Did you get a full ITB release?
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Posted on May 20, 2023, 3:57 pm
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If you have recent imaging data please put it at this thread. Redact any information that could be used to dox you.
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nicolas
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Posted on May 18, 2024, 6:10 am
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Hi, Latest Update !

* Dr. Sarbjit completed the nail removal surgery in April 2024, and i have recovered extremely well in May 2024
* Recovery feels good and walking feels natural.. and this last stage is over !
* Nail removal surgery could have been done earlier but due to pure personal logistical challenges, i could not do the nail removal surgery earlier, but now it is completed and
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Posted on May 18, 2024, 6:12 am
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Thanks for the questions. here is my reposne

1. Was  it a weight bearing nail? - It was partial weight bearing nail, not full..
           
2. Did you get a full ITB release? - yes i did !
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