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[drvbmc]

Hey guys, I am exploring the concept of LL, but only in the capacity that it would be safe for my body. I am willing to take less if it means a better recovery.

This is a question that I posted on a diary elsewhere, and am moving it to create a new post.
Any insightful opinions will be appreciated:


We can all agree that there is inherent risk associated with this procedure.

The one problem I think people make is desiring longer lengths than their bodies can handle. I can certainly see why people would 'stretch' for more, but therein lies the risk/reward.

The question I would like to explore is:

What is the # of cm an average healthy male can lengthen his femurs and then achieve 80-90% mobility AND be pain free within 2 years after the procedure.

I realize this is not admissible medical evidence, but opinions are all we have at this point, since we can not always trust the surgeons opinion.

Post a number from 0-10 cm. 

ps. Do not take into account - 'is it worth it?'
I am only exploring what we think the body can handle.

[YourSpaceBoyfriend]

Dr.Birkholtz limits are pretty accurate.

6cm femur, 5cm tibia. Same thing i got from my private orthopedic surgeon but he doesn't perform CLL.

[The Kaiser]

5cm femur low risk. 6-8 medium risk, above high risk

7 cm in femur looks good, you will not regret it in the future and say i hope i did more. and yeah, avoid external as much as you can

[Bander72]

They say 4cm would almost garauntee the best recovery.

[drvbmc]

The more I read, I have changed my thought from 4 to 5 cm.

I also think the lengthening rate is under-appreciated. A rate of 0.75 cm seems tolerable for the body, and is not terribly long for a 5 cm procedure.

As for regrets - I would rather set a smart goal and be proud to achieve it, than set a slightly higher goal and regret that I went too far.

[The Kaiser]

The more I read, I have changed my thought from 4 to 5 cm.

I also think the lengthening rate is under-appreciated. A rate of 0.75 cm seems tolerable for the body, and is not terribly long for a 5 cm procedure.

As for regrets - I would rather set a smart goal and be proud to achieve it, than set a slightly higher goal and regret that I went too far.

so go for 5-6 and call it a day

[EliminateError]

so go for 5-6 and call it a day

Say I lengthen 5cm which is 2 inches roughly with guitchet internal femurs, can I be at a point in my life where I can completely forget I ever had limb lengthening. Also, will i still run the risk of arthritis and knee pains etc in future with 5cm.

[YourSpaceBoyfriend]

Permanent knee pain is mostly associated with internal tibia lengthening since the rod is inserted through it.

[drvbmc]

I am trying to figure out this exact question. My thought is that as long as the rate of lengthening is slow enough - 0.75 mm per day, and you do not exceed 5 cm, I think you can get back to full function

[The Kaiser]

I am trying to figure out this exact question. My thought is that as long as the rate of lengthening is slow enough - 0.75 mm per day, and you do not exceed 5 cm, I think you can get back to full function

but not like a professional athletic

[drvbmc]

well sure, but unless stated otherwise, i don't think anyone on here is playing professional sports.