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What Possible Treatments Can Correct A Polio Affected Person's Gait?
My father is polio attacked person his left leg is too smaller than his right one and he needs his hand for supporting walk . Like he holds his knee when walking and the walking style will be entirely different . Is there any cure or surgery for this condition
Mon, 27 Mar 2017
Hi,
Many types of surgeries are available like tenotomy etc. but that are for young patients.
I advise you to have calipers as they will be more benefited than surgery.
Thanks,
Dr.CHANDER MOHAN SINGH.
Many types of surgeries are available like tenotomy etc. but that are for young patients.
I advise you to have calipers as they will be more benefited than surgery.
Thanks,
Dr.CHANDER MOHAN SINGH.
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