Dr. Leif Rogers offers advanced limb lengthening surgery for patients seeking improved function, balance, or proportional body symmetry at his Beverly Hills and Pasadena practices. This highly specialized procedure can restore mobility after injury, correct limb discrepancies, or refine overall body proportions with precision and care.
How the Procedure Works
Limb lengthening is typically performed under general anesthesia. Dr. Rogers makes a precise incision to access the bone and uses a specialized technique called distraction osteogenesis, where the bone is carefully divided and stabilized with an adjustable device. This device, which may be internal or external depending on the case, slowly separates the bone segments at a controlled rate of approximately one millimeter per day.
As the space between the bones expands, the body naturally fills it with new bone tissue — a process known as regeneration. Once the desired length is achieved, the device remains in place while the bone consolidates and strengthens. Patients are closely monitored with regular imaging and follow-up visits to ensure proper healing and alignment.
