Limb Lengthening Forum
Limb Lengthening Surgery => Limb Lengthening Patients Experiences => Topic started by: MrJames on March 06, 2022, 02:53:18 PM
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Hi,
I've been a registered member of this forum since 2019 and I'm thinking of growing taller like everyone else and I've been researching LL for 8-9 years.
Height: 158
Wingspan: 160
Age: 42
Weight: 72 kg
Goal: 7-8 cm
I don't smoke.
First of all, my initial post is going to be a bit long. because lengthening surgery is not like nose surgery. It is a very difficult, serious and major plastic surgery that concerns the remaining life of the human being.
I live in Turkey. I met with many doctors in Istanbul face to face and I was examined.
As people research height increase for a long time, they have a lot of technical knowledge.
pain between femur and tibia, bone union time, femur-tibia ratio, lon, scar etc.
There are many doctors in Turkey about height increase. Some doctors I met in Istanbul were very funny.
For example, there were doctors who said that we can LL 8 cm even from the tibia, without taking any X-rays.
But what I know is that making 8 cm from the tibia is very risky for health.
They're talking without even knowing my femur-tibia ratio.
Unfortunately, as in most sectors, people's priority is money, they don't think about human health.
There are even those who write fake diaries to advertise doctors on this forum.
Because of this behavior of the doctors, I was afraid of the surgery and postponed it. Years passed with the dream of growing taller...
Then I met Gürkan in this forum. he has a lot of knowledge about height increase, he helped me a lot.
Gürkan has not had surgery yet. He later had surgery. Having operated on himself, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Uysal.
When I researched the doctor, I saw in his CV that he received training on height increase and orthopedics in various countries. They also worked with Paley in the United States in 2012.
I saw the videos on YouTube where he was a guest on television channels.
The first city that comes to mind when Turkey is mentioned, Istanbul, most foreigners do not know about other cities. For example, there are very big hospitals and doctors in Ankara and Izmir.
Also, everybody knows big city = more people, more patients and more money. But big cities have big problems. Crowd, traffic, transportation, air pollution etc.
Also, the cities that do the surgery are not the hospitals.
important doctors.
The city of Sakarya, where the doctor lives, is 1 hour away from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen airport by car. It is a city with a small population and plenty of natural greenery.
The reason I am telling all this is that if a doctor is not necessarily in a known city, the perception that that doctor is not a good doctor is like this all over the world. Not everyone may want the troubles of the big city just to make more money.
I went to see the doctor with Gürkan.
He didn't do it like other doctors, he said, let's take a leg x-ray first, then we'll talk.
The doctor examined my X-ray films and said that the canal diameter of the femoral bone was narrow. He said that there will be a problem with standard nails and can make you a custom nail, but there is no problem.
I was afraid it wouldn't be done but good news :)
then he laid me on the sick table and examined my legs.
leg angles, miscellaneous, etc. movements.
I made an appointment for the day of surgery.
my surgery date: February 23, 2022
Everything is ready now...
I would like to thank my friend Gürkan for making me have this surgery.
If you are considering having a lengthening surgery, do not hesitate to contact Gürkan.
Gürkan (for forum message)
http://www.limblengtheningforum.com/index.php?action=profile;u=6527
Gürkan (Instagram)
http://www.instagram.com/gurkancihannn
Gürkan's surgery diary:
http://www.limblengtheningforum.com/index.php?topic=64805.msg171611#msg171611
February 22: We talked to Gürkan before and met. He came and picked me up in his own vehicle. We went to the hospital together.
We came to the city, we wandered around a bit. It is a place with many cafes, restaurants and shops around. right in the center of the hospital.
We had dinner together before going to the hospital, it tasted good :) then we drank coffee together in another place and chatted.
We went to the hospital, we did the hospitalization procedures, I gave blood. Then I went to my own room, and we put my things together with Gürkan. Gürkan helped me in all these processes.
The nurse came, the patient put on my wristband and the vascular access was opened.
After the night, food and water are no longer allowed.
I spent time with TV and then I fell asleep.
Tomorrow was the big day. there was excitement. I slept...
My surgical gown came in the morning, I changed my clothes. I'm ready now...
nurses came, we said goodbye to Gurkan...
The next ones are my surgery days, I hope it will be useful for everyone, thank you.
Note: Google translate was used for English, there may be wrong sentences.
Before surgery:
https://imgur.com/js41f01
(https://i.imgur.com/js41f01.jpg)
https://imgur.com/wmU9mCH
(https://i.imgur.com/wmU9mCH.jpg)
Post Surgery:
https://imgur.com/k8lVqCj
(https://i.imgur.com/k8lVqCj.jpg)
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Is Prof. Dr. Mustafa Uysal also one of the Doctor's who work with AFA https://afacosmeticsurgery.com/ (https://afacosmeticsurgery.com/) ?
Good luck.
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Is Prof. Dr. Mustafa Uysal also one of the Doctor's who work with AFA https://afacosmeticsurgery.com/ (https://afacosmeticsurgery.com/) ?
Good luck.
Thanks.
AFA I don't know.
It's not nice for someone who hasn't had this surgery to give advice or talk about the surgery.
Gürkan is already a well-known person in our country with this surgery, so it was not a problem.
Everything is easier for me.
You can contact Gürkan for Dr. Uysal or for other LL questions.
I started writing the diary a little late. I will add video and pictures.
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My last pictures before the surgery, with my friend Gürkan as a short guy :)
(https://i.imgur.com/Gp6KHxU.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/NSmDaBB.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/DSrQJrZ.jpg)
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Postoperative:
When I woke up the nurses were bringing me to my room.
I was wearing a duvet but it's so cold, it's like I'm at the North Pole. :)
My teeth were grinding against each other from the cold.
I didn't have much pain (2/10) sometimes 3-4.
I was just cold.
I could wiggle my toes, but it's hard to lift them up. I could feel the weight of the fixator on my legs. My doctor came later.
He said that my surgery took a total of 4 hours.
I was surprised, LL surgeries usually took 6-8 hours. I asked the doctor why it was taking 4 hours.
Mounted the LON nail very easily, as the bone formation is good, so it was finished early.
The doctor told me to press the button on the pain pump device if you have a lot of pain.
The pain pump device constantly gives painkillers in small ml, but when I press the button, something like x10 happens, I guess. Anyway, it was night and I had pain but it was not unbearable so there was no need to press the button. Just the painkiller was making my head spin. I slept through the night without pressing any buttons.
Day 1:
Breakfast came and I woke up. I had my breakfast. My pain is still the same (2/10) sometimes my left leg hurt more.
The doctor came and asked about my condition. I said I was fine too. “Did you press the button?” he asked. I said no too.
Normally, I don't know if everyone presses the button or not :) but I didn't need it.
My doctor brought a walker. He wanted to see my condition. I got up from the bed with my hands for support. I was taking small steps with the walker. Glad to see you walking.
My doctor said that my walking and condition is very good compared to the first day after surgery.
My doctor said I can go to the bathroom with a walker now.
They gave me the following as serum and medicine:
parol pain reliever (serum)
antibiotic (serum)
Vitamin D drops (7-8 drops)
iron pill
It was night and I was sleepy. My pain was still the same (2/10) sometimes it was 3. I normally sleep on my side all the time. That's why it's very difficult for me to sleep on my back. fixator device was preventing movement to the right and left.
I already knew that this surgery was a difficult and long process. That's why I didn't bother.
never break your psyche. You have to endure some things in order to achieve your dreams.
I slept later.
(https://i.imgur.com/9z3yupx.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/0VsZodp.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/kfbgEbY.jpg)
Big version of pictures:
https://imgur.com/7V6yKOK
https://imgur.com/CJWqcQH
https://imgur.com/X0HtGAV
Post-op Day 1 - First Walking:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7LgKHwo2n98
(English subtitles)
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Day 2:
I still don't have much pain.
My left leg is more painful than my right leg.
My left leg pain (2/10), right leg (1/10).
I use my right leg in my normal life. I think my left leg is weak and hurts more because of this.
I went to the bathroom with a walker. (Pee)
I haven't done my feces toilet yet.
The drugs given are the same as yesterday.
parol serum (paracetamol), antibiotic (serum), vitamin D drops, iron pill
My doctor came and left to inquire about my condition.
I watched some TV. vs. vs.
Day 3:
My pain is still the same.
Left leg (2/10)
right leg (1/10)
the left leg is stubborn :) there is not the slightest pain in the right leg, it only hurts when you do difficult movements.
The doctor made the classic patient visit, asked about my condition and left.
Day 4:
My pain is the same.I have little to no pain.
The nurse said today, you are very active.
I said I don't understand.
She said, "There was no one who had this surgery but moved as much as you did in such a long time."
I don't know, this is my situation 8)
Today is the big day.
Because, i decided to feces on the toilet. But i was afraid :)
I went to the toilet, I was able to sit on the toilet by holding the iron bars on the sides. very good.
I did my toilet, oh my god. the color of the feces is black, like coal :o it's disgusting :)
I asked my doctor about this situation, he said it was one of the iron pills given to me and it was normal.
I got rid of a big problem today :)
Days 5-6:
It passed the same way as my other days.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Watching TV.
It's a little annoying to live the same things every day.
My doctor's daily visit.
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MrJames how many millimeter lengthen do you do per day?
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MrJames how many millimeter lengthen do you do per day?
0.25mm every 6 hours, 1mm per day total.
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Day 7:
Today is the same as any other day :)
Normally, I had to stay in the hospital for 10 days.
On the 10th day, I had to start the lengthening process and then be discharged.
I asked my doctor for permission to leave the hospital early because I did not have any pain and other problems. The doctor gave permission because there was no problem.
My doctor showed me how to do the lengthening process. Pretty simple process:
First of all, I unlock the lock screw on the right and left of the Fixator by loosening it with the allen key given to me.
Then I turn the side lengthening apparatus 90 degrees from right to left with the allen key.
Then lock screw.
The operation is complete.
This process makes an lengthening of 0.25mm.
This is done once every six hours. It happens 4 times a day in total.
I need to adjust it according to my sleep time at night.
e.g:
1. : if sleep is 00:00
2. : 06:00 in the morning
3. : 12:00 noon
4. : 18:00 pm
4 x 0.25mm makes a total of 1mm.
I started lengthening at 00:00 at night.
I'm 0.25mm taller now :)
My LL journey has officially begun.
Day 8:
In the morning, my doctor came, said that I would first have a leg x-ray and then I could be discharged after I did the lengthening at noon.
I'll be back for a check up in a week.
To compare X-ray before and after 1 week lengthening.
It's beautiful, I'm happy. I'm not a person who likes hospital environments very much.
In my opinion, the most beautiful hospital of a person is his own home.
I packed my things and left the hospital.
The lengthening is done like this:
https://youtu.be/3W9zPGg7bw0
https://youtu.be/ifsAjsn_pMY
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Medications given when leaving the hospital:
Vitamin D
Vitamin B1 + B6 + B12
Aspirin
Antibiotic
Antibiotic - Rifamycin (for wound dressing - liquid)
Tramadol 50mg (to be drunk if there is a lot of pain)
If the wounds become infected, antibiotic pills will be used.
Fixator nails will be dressed every 2-3 days. Dressing with Rifamycin will be done once a week.
Dressing is very important so that the fixator nails do not become inflamed, so I made dressings regularly.
I do the lengthening process 4 times a day. I have not experienced any pain or tension yet.
I regularly do stretching movements on my legs. (without pushing too hard)
My left leg is more flexible than my right leg.
My sleep pattern is mixed, sometimes I fall asleep right away, sometimes I can't. Not because of the pain, I'm not a supine person, but I'll have to get used to it. :)
I did the regular lengthening every day until my doctor appointment 1 week later. In this process, I did not use any painkillers and I did not have a problem.
A week later, I went to the doctor check-up.
My doctor examined my X-rays and said that everything is progressing normally.
In the first days, the lengthening was less. The compatibility of the fixator device and the harmony of the muscles, etc.
Here are my lengthening X-rays for a week before and after:
(https://i.imgur.com/3pg2V8x.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/7njl2CP.jpg)
Big version of pictures:
https://imgur.com/cLsmFiv
https://imgur.com/aoqfdO1
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Mr James,
what was your femur and tibia lengths ?
curious to know the ratio of tibia/femurs in your case ?
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Mr James,
what was your femur and tibia lengths ?
curious to know the ratio of tibia/femurs in your case ?
Before the surgery, my doctor said that the femur and tibia bone are equal to each other. So I don't think the ratio will make much difference.
You can check out the simple proportion calculator I made:
http://www.limblengtheningforum.com/index.php?topic=64305.msg193685#msg193685
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Day 17:
Lengthened: 0,8 cm
(+/- may vary)
In this process, pay attention to your daily water consumption. for plenty of water.
I was continuing the lengthening. without a break.
I have no pain in my right foot.
Although my left leg is flexible, I have occasional pain (pain 2/10).
A little stubborn about the pain in my left leg.
I could not sleep at night. I took painkillers (paracetamol)
Interestingly, the pain in my left leg is below the knee (tibia) or so I think.
The pain comes and goes for seconds, it keeps repeating. like a cramp.
During the lengthening period, the pain points may be different day by day.
Everyone knows that lengthening surgery is very difficult not to be painless at all.
Body, muscles etc. he is tense, struggling and trying to adapt to the new situation.
All this is normal, everyone who had surgery experienced it..
Be patient for the happy ending and do not break your psychology. 8)
Note: I write days late sometimes.
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Medications given when leaving the hospital:
Vitamin D
Vitamin B1 + B6 + B12
Aspirin
Antibiotic
Antibiotic - Rifamycin (for wound dressing - liquid)
Tramadol 50mg (to be drunk if there is a lot of pain)
If the wounds become infected, antibiotic pills will be used.
Fixator nails will be dressed every 2-3 days. Dressing with Rifamycin will be done once a week.
Dressing is very important so that the fixator nails do not become inflamed, so I made dressings regularly.
I do the lengthening process 4 times a day. I have not experienced any pain or tension yet.
I regularly do stretching movements on my legs. (without pushing too hard)
My left leg is more flexible than my right leg.
My sleep pattern is mixed, sometimes I fall asleep right away, sometimes I can't. Not because of the pain, I'm not a supine person, but I'll have to get used to it. :)
I did the regular lengthening every day until my doctor appointment 1 week later. In this process, I did not use any painkillers and I did not have a problem.
A week later, I went to the doctor check-up.
My doctor examined my X-rays and said that everything is progressing normally.
In the first days, the lengthening was less. The compatibility of the fixator device and the harmony of the muscles, etc.
Here are my lengthening X-rays for a week before and after:
(https://i.imgur.com/3pg2V8x.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/7njl2CP.jpg)
Big version of pictures:
https://imgur.com/cLsmFiv
https://imgur.com/aoqfdO1
Very good informative diary MrJames.
Regarding the lengthening procedure you show in the two videos:
1. Unlock screw
2. Rotate 90 degrees
3. Lock screw
As I see it in the videos you only show 'Unlock screw' and 'Rotate 90 degrees' but you don't show 'Lock screw'.
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Very good informative diary MrJames.
Regarding the lengthening procedure you show in the two videos:
1. Unlock screw
2. Rotate 90 degrees
3. Lock screw
As I see it in the videos you only show 'Unlock screw' and 'Rotate 90 degrees' but you don't show 'Lock screw'.
Yes you are right. I made the video short because I will write text on the video.
Also, I didn't want to show it again because it's the same transaction.
I try to do as much as I can on my own.
Maybe I can record muscle stretching video.
Bob, are you considering surgery too?
Thanks.
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Yes you are right. I made the video short because I will write text on the video.
Also, I didn't want to show it again because it's the same transaction.
I try to do as much as I can on my own.
Maybe I can record muscle stretching video.
Bob, are you considering surgery too?
Thanks.
Understood, thank you.
Maybe I'll consider a surgery if I get the money :)
Best of luck.
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Understood, thank you.
Maybe I'll consider a surgery if I get the money :)
Best of luck.
I hope you will be soon. ;)
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It has mentioned that patients should get in contact with Gurkan Cihan in former.
May I ask which company does Gurkan represent? If he doesn't represent any formal company it is pretty illegal to do such things as organizing and advising.
Also it seems like Dr. Uysal wants to be represented by afa since he share that company all the time in his instagram stories.
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It has mentioned that patients should get in contact with Gurkan Cihan in former.
May I ask which company does Gurkan represent? If he doesn't represent any formal company it is pretty illegal to do such things as organizing and advising.
Also it seems like Dr. Uysal wants to be represented by afa since he share that company all the time in his instagram stories.
My friend Gürkan had surgery in Turkey in 2019 by Dr Uysal.
This operation became news in local TV and newspapers in Turkey.
Gürkan does not represent any company, since he also had this surgery, he helps those who want to get information from him with his experience and knowledge on lengthening surgery.
Thanks to him, we had this surgery.
Everyone knows that those who know this surgery best are the people who have had this surgery.
Companies where doctors work, etc. Maybe it's their own choice. I don't know about this.
First of all, you can read the diaries of people who have had surgery and talk to them.
After you decide to have the surgery, you can plan as you wish.
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Sample workouts:
(https://imgur.com/i7vxSmm.gif)
(https://imgur.com/aVMYMfN.gif)
(https://imgur.com/DNetUEX.gif)
(https://imgur.com/wJEC0eE.gif)
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Hi,
I've been a registered member of this forum since 2019 and I'm thinking of growing taller like everyone else and I've been researching LL for 8-9 years.
Height: 158
Wingspan: 160
Age: 42
Weight: 72 kg
Goal: 7-8 cm
I don't smoke.
First of all, my initial post is going to be a bit long. because lengthening surgery is not like nose surgery. It is a very difficult, serious and major plastic surgery that concerns the remaining life of the human being.
I live in Turkey. I met with many doctors in Istanbul face to face and I was examined.
As people research height increase for a long time, they have a lot of technical knowledge.
pain between femur and tibia, bone union time, femur-tibia ratio, lon, scar etc.
There are many doctors in Turkey about height increase. Some doctors I met in Istanbul were very funny.
For example, there were doctors who said that we can LL 8 cm even from the tibia, without taking any X-rays.
But what I know is that making 8 cm from the tibia is very risky for health.
They're talking without even knowing my femur-tibia ratio.
Unfortunately, as in most sectors, people's priority is money, they don't think about human health.
There are even those who write fake diaries to advertise doctors on this forum.
Because of this behavior of the doctors, I was afraid of the surgery and postponed it. Years passed with the dream of growing taller...
Then I met Gürkan in this forum. he has a lot of knowledge about height increase, he helped me a lot.
Gürkan has not had surgery yet. He later had surgery. Having operated on himself, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Uysal.
When I researched the doctor, I saw in his CV that he received training on height increase and orthopedics in various countries. They also worked with Paley in the United States in 2012.
I saw the videos on YouTube where he was a guest on television channels.
The first city that comes to mind when Turkey is mentioned, Istanbul, most foreigners do not know about other cities. For example, there are very big hospitals and doctors in Ankara and Izmir.
Also, everybody knows big city = more people, more patients and more money. But big cities have big problems. Crowd, traffic, transportation, air pollution etc.
Also, the cities that do the surgery are not the hospitals.
important doctors.
The city of Sakarya, where the doctor lives, is 1 hour away from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen airport by car. It is a city with a small population and plenty of natural greenery.
The reason I am telling all this is that if a doctor is not necessarily in a known city, the perception that that doctor is not a good doctor is like this all over the world. Not everyone may want the troubles of the big city just to make more money.
I went to see the doctor with Gürkan.
He didn't do it like other doctors, he said, let's take a leg x-ray first, then we'll talk.
The doctor examined my X-ray films and said that the canal diameter of the femoral bone was narrow. He said that there will be a problem with standard nails and can make you a custom nail, but there is no problem.
I was afraid it wouldn't be done but good news :)
then he laid me on the sick table and examined my legs.
leg angles, miscellaneous, etc. movements.
I made an appointment for the day of surgery.
my surgery date: February 23, 2022
Everything is ready now...
I would like to thank my friend Gürkan for making me have this surgery.
If you are considering having a lengthening surgery, do not hesitate to contact Gürkan.
Gürkan (for forum message)
http://www.limblengtheningforum.com/index.php?action=profile;u=6527
Gürkan (Instagram)
http://www.instagram.com/gurkancihannn
Gürkan's surgery diary:
http://www.limblengtheningforum.com/index.php?topic=64805.msg171611#msg171611
February 22: We talked to Gürkan before and met. He came and picked me up in his own vehicle. We went to the hospital together.
We came to the city, we wandered around a bit. It is a place with many cafes, restaurants and shops around. right in the center of the hospital.
We had dinner together before going to the hospital, it tasted good :) then we drank coffee together in another place and chatted.
We went to the hospital, we did the hospitalization procedures, I gave blood. Then I went to my own room, and we put my things together with Gürkan. Gürkan helped me in all these processes.
The nurse came, the patient put on my wristband and the vascular access was opened.
After the night, food and water are no longer allowed.
I spent time with TV and then I fell asleep.
Tomorrow was the big day. there was excitement. I slept...
My surgical gown came in the morning, I changed my clothes. I'm ready now...
nurses came, we said goodbye to Gurkan...
The next ones are my surgery days, I hope it will be useful for everyone, thank you.
Note: Google translate was used for English, there may be wrong sentences.
Before surgery:
https://imgur.com/js41f01
(https://i.imgur.com/js41f01.jpg)
https://imgur.com/wmU9mCH
(https://i.imgur.com/wmU9mCH.jpg)
Post Surgery:
https://imgur.com/k8lVqCj
(https://i.imgur.com/k8lVqCj.jpg)
MrJames, Hope you are ok. I have two questions:
1. Your x-rays show you did antegrade (proximal) femur nailing. Did you and Dr. Uysal talked about what kind of deformity that could happen with antegrade nailing ?
2. Does Dr. Uysal do retrograde (distal) femur nailing ?
Thanks.
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MrJames, Hope you are ok. I have two questions:
1. Your x-rays show you did antegrade (proximal) femur nailing. Did you and Dr. Uysal talked about what kind of deformity that could happen with antegrade nailing ?
2. Does Dr. Uysal do retrograde (distal) femur nailing ?
Thanks.
For the femur,
1) Retrograde or antegrade is a condition determined by the patient's condition. Bone structure, patient's age, etc. there are many factors.
But as far as I know, it is difficult in terms of the Retrograde method and it can be a problem in terms of the knee.
You know, the most important thing is that you don't have any other problems after the surgery.
Also, you know, the longer the lengthening, the higher the health risks. for example 8cm instead of 7cm.
2) The doctor makes a retrograde, but this is not at the request of the patient. Like I said, it varies from patient to patient.
You need to see a doctor to find out :)
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Did your Dr. IT band release on you, if yes do you experience anything from the IT band release?
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Day 22:
Lengthened: 1,2 cm
(+/- may vary)
I'm continuing with the lengthening. (without a break)
I do my workouts regularly.
After lengthening my right leg, there is tension, but it goes away with training.
I have not needed a physiotherapist until now, I do the process myself. Of course, this is something that varies from person to person.
I do my dressings at intervals of 2 or 3 days. No inflammation problems so far.
This is why dressing is important.
(https://imgur.com/dSjCYOe.jpg)
Big version of picture:
https://imgur.com/hUmlRc7
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Did your Dr. IT band release on you, if yes do you experience anything from the IT band release?
When I go to the doctor for a checkup, I will ask about it.
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Day 25:
Lengthened: 1,55 cm
(+/- may vary)
I'm continuing with the lengthening.
You can see the condition of my legs:
https://youtu.be/UU281Jt2NLo
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Day 25:
Lengthened: 1,55 cm
(+/- may vary)
I'm continuing with the lengthening.
You can see the condition of my legs:
https://youtu.be/UU281Jt2NLo
Hey ! Crazy Man 👌 What are you doing 😎
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Hey ! Crazy Man 👌 What are you doing 😎
;D i'm lengthening :)
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Blackwhite, I follow your way... 8)
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Day 27:
Lengthened: 1,7 cm
(+/- may vary)
I continue without a break.
The pain in my left leg transferred to my right leg :)
In this surgery, anything can happen from day to day.
So don't worry about them.
I did my dressing every 3 days today, there was a small bruise at the base of one nail on the right leg, but inflammation etc. none. I guess because of the coercion.
The fact that the weather is still cold is good for this situation, as the temperature rises, the possibility of inflammation may increase.
I'm eating a lot of spinach these days, I'm like Popeye :)
I'm trying to eat higher my daily calorie needs and more protein.
Painkillers are very variable from person to person.
I have used different painkillers for minor pains.
The most effective for me:
dexetoprofen + thiocolchicoside
(two in one medicine)
It's not a drug recommendation :)
I have a doctor's checkup on March 29, let's see what my real lengthening value is.
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Day 30:
Lengthened: 2,0 cm
(+/- may vary)
Good or bad, a month has passed.
It's like yesterday...
Physiotheraphy:
In this process, I do not work with the physiotherapist.
My physical therapy, dressing, etc. I do everything myself.
This is not my suggestion to you.
Maybe with my diary, it can be an example and support for people with similar conditions.
Cleaning:
I guess everyone knows that bathing is forbidden until LON is removed.
I put soap and water in the plastic bowl and then clean my body with a cloth. (except my upper leg)
Wet wipes can be used for a simple cleaning.
Clothes:
Convenience and advantage for LON:
Side Snap Button Pants
(https://imgur.com/tnSROCm.jpeg)
(better 2 sizes bigger than your own size)
It is very advantageous in dressing.
Slip panties are more suitable as underwear.
Use the larger size for comfort.
Scars:
Precice and Lon etc. The scars between them are a different matter.
There are many people who want to have this surgery and worry about their scars.
These thoughts of women are more normal.
When will they see my scars?
My life is not at the beach (I wish :) )
At work, on the street, on the bus, in the car, on vacation, in a cafe, etc. all the places and times you spend time with your dress...
Only the house and bedroom remain, the people you love already know about my situation.
Lie that these scars are from a fight or war :)
Maybe that can make you more masculine or feminine :)
If you're a man with hairy legs, it's okay :)
You can also get a tattoo if you are too obsessed with it.
With laser, scars can be made less obvious.
Which do you think is more important in society:
Being a short person?
Being a scarred person?
The decision is yours...
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Day 34:
Lengthened: 2,4 cm
(real value)
I went to the doctor's checkup, X-rays were taken.
As a result of the x-ray, my left leg is within normal values, but my right leg is 1 cm shorter.
Left: 2.4cm
Right: 1.5cm
Before the surgery, I knew that there were different situations like this, so I didn't worry.
If this happens to you, don't worry.
This may be due to the fixator device.
My doctor disassembled the device, lubricated it and reassembled it.
So what happens in these cases?
You will continue the lengthening process in the same way, after the process is over, lengthening is made for the other leg inequality.
Do not worry about this problem.
Apart from these, I have groin muscle pain in my left leg for the last two days.
My next doctor's appointment is in a month.
that's all for now...
(https://i.imgur.com/ZttGhoC.jpg)
Big version of picture:
https://imgur.com/pECZKdF
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Day 34:
I went to the doctor's checkup, X-rays were taken.
As a result of the x-ray, my left leg is within normal values, but my right leg is 1 cm shorter.
Left: 2.4cm
Right: 1.5cm
Before the surgery, I knew that there were different situations like this, so I didn't worry.
If this happens to you, don't worry.
This may be due to the fixator device.
My doctor disassembled the device, lubricated it and reassembled it.
So what happens in these cases?
You will continue the lengthening process in the same way, after the process is over, lengthening is made for the other leg inequality.
Do not worry about this problem.
The two upper nails of the fixator are bending.
https://imgur.com/YQR3mjG
This has nothing to do with the fixator being lubricated or not. If the bending doesn't stop, the doctor should replace those bent nails. Maybe they will from now on stay that way and not bend any further, who knows. But as for now, the reason for the gap discrepancy is the bending. Don't take this too lightly.
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The two upper nails of the fixator are bending.
https://imgur.com/YQR3mjG
This has nothing to do with the fixator being lubricated or not. If the bending doesn't stop, the doctor should replace those bent nails. Maybe they will from now on stay that way and not bend any further, who knows. But as for now, the reason for the gap discrepancy is the bending. Don't take this too lightly.
Thanks.
I don't know about this.
when turning the right side 90 degrees, it was difficult to move (10 days)
maybe this forcing might have bent the nails.
it moves very easily now.
We'll see at the next doctor's appointment :)
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Day 49:
Lengthened: 4 cm
(+/- may vary)
the clock alarm is ringing... it's 6:00 in the morning
My sleep is very irregular these days.
Even if I don't have pain but the fixator is very annoying.
Anyway, time to lengthening.
Today is different from other days.
It's kind of a joke.. but I'm halfway through the process. 8)
Time goes by so quickly.
4 cm left.
Muscle tension etc. I have no pain.
As everyone knows, the real hard process starts after 4-5 cm.
We'll see what awaits me in the remaining days.
I have a doctor's appointment in about 2 weeks.
I'm curious about the real values.
I wish success to everyone who is in this process.
That's all for now...
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Good luck, did you have xrays in any time after the lenthening, or will be your first time?
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Good luck, did you have xrays in any time after the lenthening, or will be your first time?
Except the forum subject,
I will go to the doctor in 2 weeks. Then an x-ray will be taken.
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Day 52:
Lengthened: 4,0 cm
(real value)
I went to the doctor's checkup.
X-ray was taken, my actual lengthening values according to the X-ray are 4 cm.
I am not currently working with a PT. (not recommended)
I'm going through the process myself. Everything is under control for now.
As everyone knows, muscle stretching etc. in the process. Movements are very important.
If incomplete or excessive force is applied, it may affect the process and even cause the process to be stopped.
If you are considering having this surgery, it will be very advantageous for you to start these movements months beforehand.
These days, there is tension in my hamstring muscle.
I need to work harder without overworking this muscle.
My doctor told me to do the lengthening 3 times a week for muscle tension. (3 x 0.25)
Next week I will do the normal lengthening again.
My knee bending good. I don't have a problem.
In the coming days, I will share my current knee bending picture with you.
That's all for now...
Left:
(https://i.imgur.com/wGLIGpK.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/LRdxA6L.jpg)
Right:
(https://i.imgur.com/n3SuhC5.jpg) (https://imgur.com/B7KnWLH.jpg)
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already +4cm, that's good to hear! by the way in your 4cm xray it seems the top part is bent much more compared to the 1.5cm xray. what did your doctor say?
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already +4cm, that's good to hear! by the way in your 4cm xray it seems the top part is bent much more compared to the 1.5cm xray. what did your doctor say?
Yes, there was already a bend on the right side at first.
My doctor said it doesn't matter.
Lengthening continues according to normal values.
I need to solve the muscle tensions before that 8)
I compared the before and after pictures, there doesn't seem to be much bent difference.
(https://i.imgur.com/Js4zNQW.jpg)
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since you dont go to PT, what's your stretching routine?
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since you dont go to PT, what's your stretching routine?
at least a total of 1 hour per day. sometimes 10 or 15 minutes every hour.
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at least a total of 1 hour per day. sometimes 10 or 15 minutes every hour.
oh i see! and this is still not enough? you still have to work harder?
by the way why dont you go to PT? is it not part of your package?
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I was doing general training for an hour, not too hard.
Tensions increased after 4cm.
Especially the hamstring muscle.
I do more hamstring exercises now.
These movements are essential for comfortable stretching.
I can easily do the movements that the PT will do on my own.
My process is knee bending etc. and my situation is under control.
Every day I evaluate the situation with my friend.
In case of any problem or to get information, we immediately consult my doctor.
So I didn't need PT service.
if necessary, I can call the PT.
PT status varies from person to person.
Every person's age, muscle strength, muscle height, flexibility, etc. is different.
A separate PT work plan should be made for everyone.
Incorrect PT may do more harm than good to the patient.
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Wow those distraction x-rays are so cool to see. Godspeed and good luck man.
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Wow those distraction x-rays are so cool to see. Godspeed and good luck man.
thanks,
The Doctor's work is beautiful. 8)
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im looking at the xrays again and theres no callus formation at all. i know, youre not yet done distracting, but is this normal to have no visible callus now?
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im looking at the xrays again and theres no callus formation at all. i know, youre not yet done distracting, but is this normal to have no visible callus now?
the formation of callus varies from person to person.
i take the necessary vitamins, etc.
The process continues under the doctor's control.
We may see this in the future.
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Day 58:
Lengthened: 4,5 cm
(+/- may vary)
Lengthening continue and 5 cm is almost reached.
As I wrote in my previous post, my status for PT is under control and so far I have not needed PT, I hope not :)
My left leg is slightly behind my right leg. The strong one is my right leg, so it's normal.
After 4 cm, the hamstring muscle begins to stretch. So don't forget to do hamstring workouts.
After a certain lengthening, the nails begin to put more pressure.
For me, the nail bases started to hurt more when moving.
I don't use daytime painkillers.
I use painkillers to sleep comfortably at night. (paracetamol)
Other than that, I have no problems.
(https://i.imgur.com/FVVFTVR.jpg)
https://imgur.com/lMV9rPR
https://youtube.com/shorts/0fmSvrO-MiA
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Hi mrjames, congrats on 4.5cm! is that all the exercises you do? How often do you do those?
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Hi mrjames, congrats on 4.5cm! is that all the exercises you do? How often do you do those?
Thanks.
No, it's a short episode.
Just to show the current state of my body.
As I said in my previous message, I am doing a lot of hamstring training now. (not in the video)
Because it got really tense.
Every hour, 5 minutes warm-up then 10-15 minutes training. (like 1 hour total)
Usually during the daytime.
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can you show a video of your training please if possible :)
thanks!
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can you show a video of your training please if possible :)
thanks!
Of course, I'll show you the basic hamstring moves I do at the appropriate time.
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thanks mate. looking forward to it!
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Day 70:
Lengthened: 7 cm
Happy news...
My lengthening process has progressed faster in the past time.
(There may be +/- situations like this)
Now I am coming towards the end of the Process.
Right leg coming from behind. Therefore, I trade left 2 times, right 4 times.
There is no problem, no pain in my right leg.
The only problem with my left leg is that I can't get my foot straight. I'm training for this.
I went through this whole process on my own.
My knee angles, movements, etc. evaluated by my doctor. I didn't need PT.
According to the state of the process, my target is 7.5 cm or 8 cm.
That's all for now.
(https://i.imgur.com/uwDROxg.jpg)
https://imgur.com/jWXbNsQ
https://youtu.be/pRxz7AAkuYc
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Day 70:
Lengthened: 7 cm
Happy news...
My lengthening process has progressed faster in the past time.
(There may be +/- situations like this)
Now I am coming towards the end of the Process.
Right leg coming from behind. Therefore, I trade left 2 times, right 4 times.
There is no problem, no pain in my right leg.
The only problem with my left leg is that I can't get my foot straight. I'm training for this.
I went through this whole process on my own.
My knee angles, movements, etc. evaluated by my doctor. I didn't need PT.
According to the state of the process, my target is 7.5 cm or 8 cm.
That's all for now.
(https://i.imgur.com/uwDROxg.jpg)
https://imgur.com/jWXbNsQ
https://youtu.be/pRxz7AAkuYc
Thanks for sharing the photo. Rehab usually is a difficult process right? A successful LL depends on how one does in rehab.
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Thanks for sharing the photo. Rehab usually is a difficult process right? A successful LL depends on how one does in rehab.
Yes, rehabilitation is difficult. This is a difficult operation.
It is necessary to train.
You should not interrupt the training because it is difficult.
To get rid of pain, you have to suffer. Sleepless nights, pain when moving, etc.
Classic phrase: No pain No gain
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I wanted to write something about PT.
The physical condition of the patient is important in this surgery.
Patient's age, flexibility, muscles, etc.
Generally, PT applies a standard schedule to everyone.
It's like giving everyone the same food, but not everyone eats the same food. Some dishes touch the person and make you sick.
PT is serious business. A wrong application can do more harm than good to the patient.
The whole process may be affected because of this mistake.
PT needs to be planned individually.
So pay attention to the PT service.
If necessary, inform your doctor about this situation.
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Day 85:
Lengthened: 7.7 - 7.8 cm
I'm at the end of the lengthening process.
Left leg lengthening finished, only right leg lengthening left.
(6 days, 2 times a day)
On June 7, the last X-ray and fixator removal surgery day.
I was able to finish the whole process without the need for PT.
I don't have a problem right now, just my left leg is weaker than my right leg. It will get stronger over time.
But everything is not over yet, the second process is waiting for me...
(https://i.imgur.com/lcAVYZt.jpg)
Big version of picture:
https://imgur.com/QItuoN2
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Day 106 - removed fixator:
I had surgery for remove fixator.
I finally got rid of the Fixators who had been with me for months.
(https://i.imgur.com/3XCsKvq.jpg)
https://imgur.com/3XCsKvq
X-ray:
(https://i.imgur.com/Hc5v8Tj.jpg)
https://imgur.com/Hc5v8Tj
I stayed in the hospital for 1 day and was discharged.
It is difficult to walk with a walker in the first days as it is a new condition. I was walking slowly and not exerting full force on my legs.
After 4-5 days, the pain started to go away gradually. My movements got better.
There is no problem with my knee angle. Right now, only my knees are broken, my feet are not quite straight. I started training to fix this.
(https://i.imgur.com/SMV2S39.jpg)
https://imgur.com/SMV2S39
Sleep: Now I can sleep better at night. I can't lie on my side completely. Sleep without fixator and fixator makes a lot of difference.
That's all for now.
after fixator:
https://youtu.be/G1luyeOFAFs
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congratulations on fixator removal!!
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congratulations on fixator removal!!
Thanks
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Hey, how are you? Are you walking normally now?
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Hey, how are you? Are you walking normally now?
I'm fine thanks. Yes, I walk normally. 8)
I will record my walking video soon and share it on the forum.
After the surgery, I returned to work and did not enter the forum much, like everyone else.:)
My before and after surgery picture with my friend Gürkan:
(https://i.imgur.com/PnFxWFo.jpg)
https://imgur.com/a/ykCUchc
My friend Gürkan also had this surgery. Before the surgery, I talked to him and got information about the surgery.
If you want to get information, I think you should contact the people who had this surgery. He is very experienced and knowledgeable.
He was with me from the first day of the surgery until the last day. We are still in contact with him.
Thank you again for all your help and support.
If you want to get information about the surgery, you can send a message to him.
Gürkan's forum profile (http://www.limblengtheningforum.com/index.php?action=profile;u=6527)
Gürkan's surgery diary (http://www.limblengtheningforum.com/index.php?topic=64805.msg171611#msg171611)
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Congratulations 8)
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My before and after surgery picture with my friend Gürkan:
What a big, big difference ! congratulations on your new height! i hope to see your videos soon. take care !
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Thanks 8)