Limb Lengthening in Australia is Trusted by Patients for:
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Offers advanced orthopedic procedure designed to increase bone length
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Advanced orthopedic care that addresses birth defects, injuries and specific conditions
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State-of-the-art technology and sophisticated rehabilitation units that provide the best solution
How Should I Choose a Surgeon in Australia?
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Must be a fellow of FRACS - the gold standard of surgical qualification in Australia and NZ.
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Specializes in limb lengthening surgery - Has extensive experience in the field.
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Hospital or clinic affiliated with the surgeon must have a multidisciplinary team to support long-term recovery.
Top Hospitals for Limb Lengthening in Australia
Australia has several highly reputable orthopedic surgeons and units that specialize in limb lengthening and restructuring.
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Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne
One of the leading pediatric hospitals known for its expertise in complex cases. They also have dedicated limb reconstruction service. It has a strong research focus.
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St. George Hospital (South Eastern Sydney Local Health District)
Located in Sydney, NSW this is a major tertiary hospital with a strong orthopedic department which includes specialists in limb lengthening. It also includes deformity correction for children and adults.
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Children's Hospital at Westmead
Another facility in Sydney, NSW - Children’s hospital Westmead offers orthopedic solutions for congenital and acquired limb difficulties. It also has dedicated limb reconstruction services.
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Mater Hospital Brisbane
Situated in Brisbane, QLD this hospital offers a range of orthopedic services with limb reconstruction and deformity correction specialists.
Top Doctors for Limb Lengthening in Australia
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Dr. David Graham
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A/Prof. David Little
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Dr. Al Burns
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A/Prof. Michael Solomon
Types of Limb Lengthening Procedures in Australia
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External Fixation - Ilizarov Method, Taylor Spatial Frame
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Internal Lengthening - PRECICE Nail, STRYDE Nail
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Cosmetic Height Enhancement - Fixator-assisted nailing
This is a combination of femur and tibia lengthening. These are your thigh and shin bones, respectively.
Getting cosmetic limb lengthening can help increase your heigh by a total of 5-15 cm or 2-6 inches. In comparison to the 2-3 inches in normal lengthening.
It is also important to note that the height increase is in two parts as thigh and shin bone lengthening is done in a gap of 12-14 months.