Circumduction of the hip during swing phase occurs for several reasons including weak hip flexors, contralateral hip dysfunction, or leg length discrepancy. This is a combination of hip hiking, forward …

May 1, 2025 · Leg length discrepancy (LLD) is common in children and often leads to pelvic lateral tilt as a primary gait deviation. While children rarely report lo…

In most cases, the bones affected by a leg length discrepancy are the femur (thighbone) and tibia (shinbone). Like the other long bones in the body, the femur and tibia do not grow from the center …

Functional – A discrepancy due to joint/musculature tightness, muscular imbalance or asymmetrical subtalar motion at the level of the foot Structural – Osseous malformation of the load bearing bones …

Jun 10, 2025 · Discover what functional leg length discrepancy is, how it affects your body, and how physiotherapy can help restore balance, reduce pain, and improve movement—without the need for …

Feb 14, 2025 · Leg length discrepancy (LLD) affects millions worldwide, and even minor differences can lead to chronic pain, abnormal gait patterns, and degenerative joint issues. Early detection and …

Aug 21, 2025 · Accurately identifying and measuring leg length discrepancy is a foundational step before any correction method can be considered. Healthcare providers typically begin with a physical …

Aug 8, 2025 · Depending on the severity, it can influence gait, spinal alignment, and overall biomechanics, sometimes leading to chronic pain or reduced quality of life (1). The symptoms of leg …

Leg length discrepancy (LLD) or anisomelia, is defined as a condition in which the paired lower extremity limbs have a noticeably unequal length. Leg length discrepancy (LLD) has been a controversial issue …

Reducing the effect of leg length discrepancy (LLD) on gait abnormalities while other abnormal conditions such as spasticity, joint contractures or weak muscle strength are exhibited is challenging.