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Deformity Correction & Limb Lengthening in Turkey
Limb lengthening and deformity correction in Turkey cover surgery that straightens or lengthens bones and treats scoliosis, including osteotomy, tibial osteotomy, limb lengthening, the Apifix system and operative and conservative scoliosis care. This guide explains how the options differ, who they suit, what recovery involves and how to request a written plan.
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Deformity correction and limb lengthening in Turkey: what this category covers
Deformity correction and limb lengthening in Turkey bring together orthopedic procedures that change the shape, alignment or length of bones, and treatments for curvature of the spine. They belong to the wider field of orthopedics treatments in Turkey, and the hospitals on our site are licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health.
The category has three groups. The first is bone correction: osteotomy (cutting and realigning a bone), tibial osteotomy near the knee, bone deformity correction surgery and osteoplasty, which reshapes bone. The second is limb lengthening, done on the left leg, on the right leg or on both, when legs differ in length or when a bone is short. The third is scoliosis care: conservative treatment with observation, bracing and exercise, operative treatment of scoliosis, scoliosis surgery in general and the Apifix system, an implant that is designed to correct a curve while preserving growth and some movement.
The reasons for treatment range from a congenital difference or an old fracture that healed badly, to growth disorders and bow legs or knock knees that cause pain or wear in a joint.
Deformity Correction & Limb Lengthening in Turkey
How the options differ and which one suits you
In an osteotomy the surgeon cuts the bone, moves it to a better position and fixes it with plates, screws or a frame. A tibial osteotomy is often used to shift load away from a worn part of the knee in a younger patient. Limb lengthening cuts the bone and then lengthens it gradually, using an external frame or an internal nail, so that new bone forms in the gap. The speed is measured in about one millimetre a day, which is why this treatment takes months.
For scoliosis, the decision depends on the size of the curve, the patient's age and growth, symptoms and the shape of the curve. Many curves are only watched or braced. Surgery is usually considered when a curve is large or getting worse. The Apifix system is not suitable for every curve, and your surgeon should explain why a particular technique is recommended. A careful assessment with full X-rays, and sometimes MRI or CT, should come before any plan.
What the trip and recovery look like
These are major operations. An osteotomy usually needs a hospital stay of several days and weeks of restricted weight-bearing. Limb lengthening is a long process: the operation is followed by daily lengthening, regular X-rays and physiotherapy for months, and the bone needs time to consolidate. Spinal surgery needs several days in hospital and a gradual return to activity over weeks to months.
Plan for a long absence from work or school, for a companion and for follow-up near home. Ask which parts of the programme must be done in Turkey and which can be supervised by your own orthopedic surgeon and physiotherapist. Ask for the exact device, written lengthening and rehabilitation plans and X-ray records you can take with you.
What affects the price
The price depends on the procedure and on the device. A lengthening nail, an external frame, plates, screws or a spinal implant differ in type and cost. The number of bones treated, whether one or both legs are involved, the length of stay, the type of anaesthesia and the rehabilitation programme matter too. Follow-up visits, X-rays and removal of hardware later may or may not be included, so ask for each item to be listed.
How to check a hospital and a surgeon
These operations demand experience and a structured follow-up. Before you decide, check these points:
- the surgeon who will operate and how often they perform the specific procedure;
- the planning method, such as full-length X-rays, measurement of the deformity and a written surgical plan;
- the device brand and model, and what follow-up, adjustment and removal involve;
- the rehabilitation plan and what happens if there is a complication or a delay in healing.
It is reasonable to ask for an honest explanation of the expected benefit, the length of treatment and the risks, which differ from person to person.
How an enquiry with us works
Send your X-rays, any MRI or CT reports and a short description of the problem and your age through the free quote form. We forward them to licensed hospitals with an orthopedic team experienced in deformity work, and a specialist reviews whether treatment is appropriate and which approach is suggested.
You then receive a written plan from the hospital that names the proposed procedure, the surgeon, the device, the expected stay and the price. There is no obligation, and you can compare it with the opinion of your own orthopedic surgeon. To see the wider range of hospitals and specialists first, visit the orthopedics page.
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Frequently asked questions
It is an operation in which the surgeon cuts a bone and moves it into a better position, then fixes it with plates, screws or a frame while it heals. It is used to correct deformity, improve alignment and sometimes to relieve load on a joint.
The bone is cut and then lengthened slowly, usually about a millimetre a day, using an external frame or an internal nail. New bone forms in the gap and then hardens. The process takes months and includes regular X-rays and physiotherapy.
It takes months, because the bone must first be lengthened and then consolidate, and rehabilitation continues throughout. The total time depends on the length gained and on how the bone heals. The surgeon should give an estimate in writing.
Many curves are only watched or treated with a brace and exercise. Surgery is usually considered when a curve is large, progressing or causing symptoms. Age, growth and the shape of the curve are taken into account.
Apifix is an implant for certain scoliosis curves that is designed to correct the curve while keeping some of the spine's growth and movement. It is not suitable for every patient, so a specialist must assess your curve.
It is used to correct leg alignment near the knee, for example bow legs, and to shift weight away from a worn part of the joint. It is mostly considered for younger and active patients with limited arthrosis.
Often part of it, yes. Ask the hospital which visits must be in Turkey and what your own orthopedic surgeon and physiotherapist can supervise, and bring the written plan and X-ray records home with you.