Walking and Exercise After LON Technique
After lengthening over nail (LON) technique, walking and exercise are important components of the postoperative rehabilitation process.
The timing and type of activity will vary depending on the individual case and the surgeon’s recommendations.
Ankle pumping exercises are the first one just after the surgery.
Typically patients may be able to bear weight and start walking soon after the surgery with the use of crutches or a walker to prevent complications and gain strength.
The level of activity and exercise can then be gradually increased as the healing process progresses.
Physical therapy should be planned meticulously and individualized for every patient needs.
As the lengthening progresses, streched muscles, ligaments and surrounding soft tissues resist to the lengthening.
Also schanz pins of external fixator may also forms a resistance by tethering the soft tissues.
By proper rehabilitation and pin site care, patients can regain strength and flexibility of the muscles and joints.
Our experienced physiotherapists design a personalized exercise plan, taking into consideration the patient’s needs and goals.
After the end of the lengthening you can swim, go jogging, ride a bicycle, climb the stairs or practice yoga immediately.
Streching and strengthening exercises should be continued in this period. Contact sports are not allowed during this time.
You can play basketball, football 9-12 months later after the end of lengthening process.