What is it?
Uneven leg length, also called leg length discrepancy, is a condition where the legs are of two different lengths because of misalignment.

Types
Uneven leg length is of two types. They are Structural (built from childhood) and Functional ( occurs with unexpected bone damage).

Causes
Knee flexion, asymmetrical posture, heredity, trauma, and accidents are a few causes of Uneven foot length.

Symptoms
The noticeable signs of uneven leg length are knee, lower back, and hip pain on one side only, asymmetric running style, asymmetric wear and tear of shoes, etc.

Consequences if left untreated
Depending upon the asymmetry from moderate to severe, if uneven leg length is left untreated it may cause issues with walking and posture that contribute to hip and back pain.

Treatment
The treatment for uneven leg length is completely dependent on the difference in leg lengths. If the difference is lower, the misalignment can be rectified with physical therapies.

Dr Pawan Sadhvani is an expert orthopaedic surgeon in Secunderabad, Hyderabad. Dr Pawan Sadhvani, MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics) is specialized in Foot and Ankle. He treated thousands of patients of all ages, who are now free from foot and ankle-related issues.

Our doctor will perform a detailed examination to gain a better understanding of your condition and find the underlying cause of uneven foot length for every patient.

Uneven leg length is typically addressed using foot lifts for the short side. At footculture we will provide you with appropriate footwear with adequate support and cushion. This will not only alleviate your pain but also improve your gait and body posture.

If you suffer from ueneven leg leght or LLD (leg length discrepancy), our clinic will provide you the best treatment options, custom-built orthotics to address your problem.

Book your appointment by call or online today.