Correction of the shin form (Cruroplasty)

f the lower leg is somewhat loxotic, calf muscles are weak or the post-traumatic deformity is present, then the problem may be solved by cruris plasty. Целью данного хирургического вмешательства является The purpose of this surgery is to refill the volume of the lower leg interior and to give harmonious shape to it..

The procedure

The marking on the lower legs is performed before conducting the cruris plasty, which marks the areas for which the correction is needed. Surgery is performed under general anesthesia. The duration is about one and a half hours. The incision 3 cm long is performed in the sulcus popliteus. The access to the inside of the gastrocnemius muscle is made. The band is cut and the tissue pocket of the desired size is formed directly underneath it. Then the implant is installed in a formed cavity. The wound is sutured in layers. The intradermal suture is applied to the skin.

Post operation period

Tight bandaging of the lower legs is performed immediately after the correction. Compression should be maintained for a period of up to 10 days.. The first day after surgery the patient spends at the clinic. The soreness is present while walking. Pain is reduced in 3 days.. The sutures located in areas of incisions sealing resolve on their own in 12-15 days. A full recovery after surgery takes about a month. From this point you can proceed to the usual physical activity. The final formation of scars takes 4-5 months..

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