Lengthening and correction of femur after growth arrest.

Patient: Bobby


Preop:
Bobby sustained damage to his femur growth plate that led to a 8 cm (3.5 inches) leg length discrepancy and a knock knee (valgus) deformity. 

Postop
Using a Taylor Spatial Frame, we lengthened and straightened his leg 3.5 inches.



Followup:
Bobby has symmetrical legs and is back to all activities including running and football.