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Deformity Correction & Osteotomy Surgery
Restore Alignment. Relieve Pain. Preserve Your Joints.
Limb and joint deformities—whether present from birth, caused by trauma, or developed over time due to arthritis—can significantly impact your mobility, stability, and quality of life. Misalignment in the lower extremities places abnormal stress on joints, accelerates cartilage wear, and leads to chronic pain and functional limitations.
At Dr. Ulhas Sonar's Orthopaedic Clinic, we specialize in Deformity Correction & Osteotomy Surgery—advanced procedures designed to realign bones, restore proper joint mechanics, relieve pain, and delay or prevent the need for joint replacement. By precisely cutting and repositioning bones, we help you regain a straighter, stronger, and more functional lower limb.
Understanding Deformity & Osteotomy
Osteotomy is a surgical procedure where a bone is carefully cut and realigned to correct a deformity or redistribute weight-bearing forces across a joint. This approach is particularly effective for patients with:
Angular Deformities: Bow-legged (varus) or knock-kneed (valgus) alignment of the legs.
Joint Pain from Arthritis: Early to moderate arthritis where realignment can shift stress away from damaged areas.
Post-Traumatic Deformities: Bone misalignment following a fracture or injury.
Congenital Conditions: Birth-related deformities that affect limb alignment and function.
Hip Dysplasia or Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI): Structural abnormalities of the hip joint.
By correcting alignment, osteotomy surgery protects the joint from further wear, delays the progression of arthritis, and can postpone or eliminate the need for joint replacement surgery.
Our Surgical Procedures
High Tibial Osteotomy (HTO)
HTO is a highly effective procedure for correcting bow-legged (varus) deformities of the knee. In this surgery, the shinbone (tibia) is cut just below the knee joint and realigned to shift weight-bearing forces from the damaged inner (medial) compartment of the knee to the healthier outer (lateral) compartment. This realignment significantly reduces pain, slows the progression of arthritis, and preserves the knee joint. HTO is particularly beneficial for younger, active patients who want to maintain an active lifestyle and delay total knee replacement.
Distal Femoral Osteotomy (DFO)
DFO is the counterpart to HTO, used to correct knock-kneed (valgus) deformities of the knee. In this procedure, the lower end of the thighbone (femur) is cut and realigned to shift weight-bearing forces from the damaged outer (lateral) compartment to the healthier inner (medial) compartment. Like HTO, DFO relieves pain, delays arthritis progression, and preserves the natural knee joint, making it an excellent option for active patients with isolated compartment arthritis.
Hip Deformity Correction
Hip deformities, such as those caused by developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) or femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), can lead to pain, instability, and early arthritis. Hip deformity correction surgery involves reshaping and realigning the bones of the hip joint to restore proper mechanics and stability. Procedures such as:
Periacetabular Osteotomy (PAO): Realigns the hip socket (acetabulum) to provide better coverage of the femoral head.
Femoral Osteotomy: Reshapes the upper end of the thighbone (femur) to improve joint congruity and reduce impingement.
These procedures are designed to preserve the natural hip joint, relieve pain, and delay or prevent hip replacement, especially in younger patients.
Benefits of Deformity Correction & Osteotomy Surgery
Pain Relief: Redistributes joint forces to reduce stress on damaged areas.
Joint Preservation: Delays or prevents the progression of arthritis.
Delays Total Replacement: Can postpone the need for joint replacement by many years.
Improved Alignment: Restores proper limb mechanics and gait.
Enhanced Function: Improves mobility, stability, and quality of life.
Active Lifestyle Support: Ideal for younger, active individuals who want to stay active.
Is Deformity Correction Surgery Right for You?
You may be a candidate for deformity correction or osteotomy surgery if you:
Have a visible bow-legged or knock-kneed deformity
Experience joint pain, especially during weight-bearing activities
Have early to moderate arthritis confined to one compartment of the knee or hip
Are under 60 years of age and physically active
Have not found sufficient relief from non-surgical treatments
Wish to delay or avoid a total joint replacement
Have post-traumatic or congenital limb deformities
Your Journey with Us
Consultation & Diagnosis:
Your journey begins with a comprehensive consultation with Dr. Sonar. He will review your medical history, perform a detailed physical examination, and use advanced imaging (X-rays, CT scans, or full-leg alignment X-rays) to precisely assess your deformity and joint condition. Using these detailed measurements, he will develo
Dr.Ulhas Sonar Consultant Orthopaedic and Knee surgeon
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