Leg Length Inequality (Subscribe)  

Objectives
1. Discuss the rationale for treating leg length discrepancy of> 2 cms
2. Discuss methods available for treatment of leg length discrepancies in the 2-5 cm range
3. Discuss complications resulting from treating leg length discrepancy in the 2-5 com range

Accuracy and precision of clinical estimation of leg length inequality and lumbar scoliosis: comparison of clinical and radiological measurements. Int Disabil Stud. 1988; 10(2):49-53 (ISSN: 0259-9147) Friberg O; Nurminen M; Korhonen K; Soininen E; Mänttäri T Research Institute of Military Medicine, Central Military Hospital, Helsinki, Finland. The results of 196 clinical determinations...

Objectives
1. Describe physical exam methods useful for assessment of leg length discrepancy, including potential causes of error with each method.
2. List imaging studies available for quantifying leg length discrepancy. Discuss accuracy and radiation dose for each method.
3. Describe the functional effects...

Objectives
1. Discuss the methods available to treat leg length discrepancies of> 5 cms
2. Discuss the process of lengthening, including expected time in external fixation to achieve lengthening
3. Discuss complications of bone lengthening procedures

Separate pages for -
* Causes
* LLD - Aetiology and Assessment
* LLD - Management
* Moseley

Notes on limb length inequality Wheeless Textbook of Orthopaedics

Management of Leg Length Inequality from Journal of the Southern Orthopaedic Association James J. McCarthy, MD, and G. Dean MacEwen, MD Abstract Leg length inequality is common. Treatment objectives include obtaining leg length equality, producing a level pelvis, and improving function. Clinical assessment should include determination of a level pelvis with the patient standing...

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