Functional Effects of Postoperative Physiotherapy After Cosmetic Femoral Lengthening (LON-PT)

This study aims to understand how an early postoperative conventional physiotherapy program affects daily movement and physical function in adults who undergo cosmetic femoral lengthening surgery using the Lengthening Over Nail (LON) technique. Participants aged between 18 and 45 years who have this surgery will take part in a structured physiotherapy program. The study will examine changes in physical function, pain, walking ability, and independence before surgery, during recovery, and after removal of the external fixator. The results of this study may help improve rehabilitation planning after cosmetic femoral lengthening surgery.

Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged between 18 and 45 years. * Individuals who have undergone cosmetic femoral lengthening surgery using the Lengthening Over Nail (LON) technique. * Participants who are able to attend and comply with the planned postoperative conventional physiotherapy program. * Individuals who have provided written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * -Presence of neuromuscular diseases (e.g., cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy). * History of lower extremity surgery other than the femoral lengthening procedure. * Advanced contractures, deformities, or osteoarthritis of the hip or knee joint. * Severe psychiatric disorders or cognitive impairment preventing cooperation with the study procedures.