NuVasive LIMB LENGTH DISCREPANCY Limb length discrepancy (LLD) is a condition of unequal lengths of the femur, or tibia, or both. Information you need Causes and symptoms of LLD Limb length discrepancies can be present at birth or they can develop after a fracture or a traumatic injury. Limb length discrepancies can also be caused from infections, tumors, and the result of chronic fractures, congenital abnormalities, malunions, or nonunions.1 NON-SURGICAL TREATMENTS If LLD is established as a diagnosis, your physician may recommend one or more of the following treatments: Observation Shoe lift SURGICAL PROCEDURES If symptoms do not improve with other methods, your physician may suggest surgery. Surgical solutions for LLD may include: Epiphysiodesis Limb shortening External limb lengthening Internal limb lengthening What is Reach Your Height? Reach Your Height is a resource dedicated to providing information to patients with limb length discrepancy. Take me to Reach Your Height “Now that I’ve had the surgery it’s just so much better.” - Lauryn Kapiloff 1. www.orthoinfo.aaos.org, see Limb Length Discrepancy SOLUTIONS PROCEDURES CONDITIONS RESOURCES ABOUT INVESTOR RELATIONS CAREERS CONTACT 7475 Lusk Blvd. San Diego, CA 92121 USA Toll Free 800-455-1476 Main 858-909-1800 FAX 800-475-9134 info@nuvasive.com facebook instagram twitter linkedin youtube The materials on this website are for your general educational information only. Information you read on this website cannot replace the relationship that you have with your healthcare professional. We do not practice medicine or provide medical services or advice as a part of this website. You should always talk to your healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment. Cookie Settings Terms & Conditions Privacy ©2021 NuVasive®, Inc. We use cookies to deliver the best browsing experience, personalize content, service targeted advertisements and analyze site traffic. You can find out more or disable specific cookies by clicking “Cookie Settings.” You can withdraw your consent at any time using the Cookie Settings link in the footer of our website. Cookie Settings Accept Only Necessary Cookies Accept All Cookies