How are leg length discrepancies diagnosed? The doctor carefully examines the child. He or she checks to be sure the legs are actually different lengths. read more
The greater the difference in leg length, the more a child must alter his or her normal posture and walking pattern. This can lead to a variety of symptoms, such as functional scoliosis, and hip, knee and ankle problems. There are generally two types of leg length discrepancies: Structural discrepancy: This type occurs when either the thigh (femur) or shin (tibia) bone in one leg is physically shorter than the same bone in the other leg. read more
Leg length discrepancy (LLD) is an orthopedic problem that usually appears in childhood, in which a child’s two legs are of unequal lengths. A leg length discrepancy may be caused by or associated with a number of other orthopedic or medical conditions, but is generally treated in a similar way, regardless of cause and depending on severity. read more