Related Experiment Video
Updated: Apr 30, 2026
Therapy Interventions for Upper Limb Amputees Undergoing Selective Nerve Transfers
Published on: October 29, 2021
Multidisciplinary team approach to residual limb lengthening using the Ilizarov technique: A case study
Zoliakha Savage1, Ramesh Munjal2
1Mobility and Specialised Rehabilitation Centre (M&SRC), Northern General Hospital, Sheffield, UK zalkhaili@yahoo.co.uk.
Background And Aim:
A 47-year-old male suffered a traumatic transtibial amputation; initial limb use was unsuccessful and the short tibial length was thought to be the cause of failure.
Case Description And Methods:
The patient underwent gradual tibia lengthening using the Ilizarov technique and utilised a weight-bearing prosthesis to expedite bone growth and repair.
Findings And Outcomes:
The patient is now able to use his prosthesis successfully without aids.
Conclusion:
This case study demonstrates that combining a scientifically based surgical technique with a tailored rehabilitation approach had an improved outcome for the patient.
Clinical Relevance:
This study reports one case where tibial lengthening using the Ilizarov technique combined with a collaborative team approach has enabled a patient to return to successful prosthetic limb use.
