Recent advancements in technology, particularly the development of intramedullary lengthening nails ... emphasizing the importance of monitoring nail distraction and weight-bearing compliance ...

Lengthening over an IM nail will obligatorily lengthen the anatomic axis of the femur, and if significant femoral lengthening is planned, it will medialize the mechanical axis.

According to the Cleveland Clinic, limb lengthening ... has intramedullary nails (magnetic nails), the patient uses a remote control to activate the internal magnet, causing the nail to elongate.

Limb lengthening surgery ... After returning to China, Fang underwent surgery to have the intramedullary nail removed and received further rehabilitation. However, she still suffers from chronic ...