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How does leg lengthening surgery work? - Jason Shih Hoellwarth

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Differences in leg length can emerge for various reasons, from genetic and hormonal conditions to injuries that impact bone growth. But while we still don’t know exactly what degree of difference causes health issues, doctors have made great strides in figuring out how to even out these mismatched limbs. Jason Shih Hoellwarth digs into the benefits and limitations of bone lengthening surgery.

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Meet The Creators

Educator
Jason Hoellwarth
Director
Artrake Studio, Igor Coric
Narrator
Addison Anderson
Composer
Cem Misirlioglu
Sound Designer
Cem Misirlioglu
Director of Production
Gerta Xhelo
Produced by
Abdallah Ewis
Editorial Director
Alex Rosenthal
Editorial Producer
Dan Kwartler
Script Producer
Nidhi Upadhyaya

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