Joint Leveling Treatment in Turkey

David Roy, a 58-year-old construction foreman,...

David Roy, a 58-year-old construction foreman, had spent 35 years on his feet, often on uneven ground. For the last five years, he'd developed a persistent limp and a deep, grinding pain in his left hip that radiated down to his knee. Simple tasks like walking his dog or standing to grill became agonizing. An X-ray revealed significant leg length discrepancy, his left leg was 2 cm shorter than his right, causing severe hip arthritis. His orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Evans, explained that a 'joint leveling' procedure, specifically a femoral osteotomy, could realign his leg, redistribute weight off the damaged hip cartilage, and potentially delay the need for a total hip replacement. David was terrified of a major surgery but more afraid of being forced into early retirement. The surgery went smoothly. The initial recovery in the hospital was tough, with pain and learning to walk with crutches. However, after six weeks of strict physical therapy, the difference was profound. The constant, grinding pain was gone, replaced by manageable soreness from healing. A year later, David walks without a limp, is back to light duty supervising sites, and feels a deep sense of relief and regained independence. His emotional journey moved from frustration and fear of losing his livelihood to overwhelming gratitude for getting his active life back.