Limb reconstruction refers to techniques where the shape and
function, or length of a bone in the arm or leg is altered, due to
a problem from birth, or due to trauma.
Limb reconstruction surgery lengthens or straightens, or
'reconstructs' a bone or joint using an external fixator, or
frame.
An external fixator is attached to the bone by screws
and wires. By adjusting the frame, the limb can be
lengthened and/or straightened, joint deformity corrected and bone
that is missing, infected or abnormally formed be replaced.
Common conditions treated include:
Talipes (club foot)
Leg length differences
Deformity of limbs - arm,leg,or digits
Contracture of knee eg in Spina Bifida