Dr. Mohamed Kamal – Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon in Ajman
The Limb Lengthening and Deformity Correction Program at Elaj Medical Centre Ajman by Dr. Mohamed Kamal Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon in Ajman can produce life-changing results for affected people. Dr. Mohamed Kamal is considered a world authority in the field of circular fixators and is closely involved in training as well as the development of these instruments. The program utilizes the latest technology in the field to correct foot deformities and arm or leg length discrepancies, and helps the patient and family choose which method best suits their needs. Our pediatric orthopedists use advanced techniques and procedures for deformity correction and leg lengthening surgery, and ensure that your child is given the best treatment, care, and support throughout the process.
Limb Reconstruction
Limb reconstruction involves deformity correction, treatment of nonunion, malunions and severe bone infections with specialized techniques often involving special fixation devices such as mono-lateral or circular fixators that are put around the bone.

What makes our practice unique?
We believe in a holistic approach to orthopaedic problems with integrity, honesty and openness as core values. We also believe that not all patients need operations and that every patient needs a management plan structured according to his/her needs or personal situation.
What is Height Lengthening and Deformity Correction Surgery?
The height lengthening procedure utilizes the newest techniques available to allow the lengthening of your legs, thighs, or both. The method involves a minimally invasive procedure that creates a surgical cut in your bone. With gradual lengthening through the use of an external or internal device, the bone is lengthened to the desired height. As a result, your height will increase several inches. Deformity correction surgery is used to lengthen and/or straighten deformed bone segments and to replace missing bone. The procedures may be performed on the both children and adults who have leg length discrepancies or deformities due to birth defects, disease, or injury. It also covers patients with, bony nonunion (non-healing bone), bow legs, knock knees, foot and ankle deformities, and osteomyelitis (bone infection).
What are the different devices that are used in Height Lengthening?
Depending on your body’s anatomy, the lengthening may need to be performed either on your legs or your thighs. If the lengthening is performed, either the Taylor-Spatial Frame (TSF) or the new PRECICE lengthening device will be used to gradually distract and slowly grow the new bone. Once the desired length in the legs or in the thighs has been achieved, we wait for some time until consolidation and maturation of the newly formed bone, then the frame or the device will be removed.
How much height am I able to gain?
If only one segment of your limb is lengthened (the leg or thigh), you can potentially gain up to 4 inches in height. Most people are able to gain 3 inches without much difficulty or complications. With the combination of lengthening both thighs and legs, you can potentially achieve up to 7 inches in length. The limiting factor will depend on your body’s anatomy and how much lengthening it can tolerate.
How long will I wear the external device?
The external device is worn until you gain the desired height that was planned preoperatively. Once the distraction (lengthening) phase is complete, the frame or the device will lock and the patient can start his normal activity for the double time of distraction, then we will remove the frame.
How are the adjustments on the frame performed?
A computerized schedule will be given, which will instruct you to turn each frame at the appropriate time on a daily basis.
What are the potential complications of surgery?
The most common complications are pin tract infections, which are routinely treated with antibiotics. Joint stiffness may also occur, which will require physical therapy to correct.
Most of these complications are rare and can be treated with physical therapy or additional surgery.
Do I qualify for the height lengthening procedure?
The procedure may be performed on adult and children as well. However, in order to qualify, each case must be taken into consideration on an individual basis. A psychologist may need to evaluate you as well before qualifying for the procedure.
What is the recovery time after surgery?
Most commonly patient will be admitted for a day in the hospital. However, some patients may require 4-5 days in the hospital, depending on their level of pain and mobility after their procedure. The day after surgery, patients are encouraged to start walking and putting their full weight on their legs with the support of crutches or a walker. The amount of time a patient must wear the frame depends on how much length is desired or the amount of deformity that needs correcting.
How much does the height lengthening surgery cost?
Depending on your health insurance policy, you may also need to pay for your x-rays at the time of your visit. The surgery may or may not be covered by insurance depending on your body’s anatomy. If your insurance company does not cover the surgery, you will have to pay for it yourself before the operation can commence. A cost estimate is available upon request once you have visited the surgeon and determined if you qualify for the surgery.
How do I schedule my height lengthening surgery?
The first step is to make an appointment to be evaluated by the surgeon. If your case permits you as a candidate for height lengthening surgery, you will have a discussion regarding the procedure. Our staff will then contact you to schedule the surgery if you have been accepted as a candidate.
Services we offer:
Cosmetic Procedures:
- Height lengthening
- Cosmetic limb lengthening
- Cosmetic foot deformity Correction
- Limb lengthening discrepancy
- Bowlegs/knock knee
- Club foot
- Charcot Foot
- Malunion / Nonunion of fractures