The Ilizarov apparatus was used to carry out opening-wedge callotasis of the proximal tibia in ten patients who had suffered premature asymmetrical closure of the proximal tibial physis and subsequent genu recurvatum. In four knees, the genu recurvatum was entirely due to osseous deformity, whereas in six it was associated with capsuloligamentous abnormality. Preoperatively, the angle of recurv...

The history of limb-lengthening surgery can be traced back to the nineteenth century. Since that time, the orthopaedic community has made tremendous progress in performing successful lengthening procedures. Among the important contributors to the field, Dr. Gavril Ilizarov remains one of the most significant innovators. Because of advancements over the past century, limb lengthening has become ...

Calcaneal fractures may be difficult to reduce and there are many possible complications of the standard open reduction and internal fixation. This case study illustrates use of the Ilizarov method combined with a balloon kyphoplasty technique as an additional approach to reduce these complex fractures with a minimal incision. This innovative technique not only minimize risk of infection, but a...

We present the results of the management of 17 relapsed club feet in 12 children using the Ilizarov method with gradual distraction and realignment of the joint. Review at a mean of three years after surgery showed maintenance of correction with excellent or good results in 13 feet. Five mobile feet which had been treated by a split transfer of the tibialis anterior tendon two weeks after remov...

We treated 40 tibial plateau fractures [1] in 39 patients with a mean age of 41.2 (2070) years with Ilizarov ring fixator. All fractures were the result of high energy trauma, and 18 patients had associated injuries [2]. 38 fractures were available for long term follow up after 28 (16-38) months. Using the Knee Society Clinical Rating System, 28 knees were rated as excellent, 9 as good, 2 as fa...

Background . Biomechanical studies of both the Ilizarov apparatus itself and physiological system “apparatus – limb” occupy a significant place in history formation elaboration method, developed middle last century at Kurgan Research Institute Experimental Traumatology Orthopaedics (nowadays world-famous Centre named after its creator). The analysis biomechanical research method is not without ...

Equinus contracture often is a complication of trauma, burns, or neurologic deficit. Many patients with contractures secondary to trauma or burns have poor soft tissue, which makes invasive correction a less appealing option. The Ilizarov external fixator has been used as a less invasive attempt to correct equinus contracture. We describe our "dynamic" technique and present a clinical patient s...