The cost of height lengthening surgery varies depending on the procedure type, extent of lengthening, technology used, and individual patient factors. Dr. Mahboubian provides a complete cost breakdown during your virtual consultation. A full overview of costs and expenses is also available at heightlengthening.com/costs-expenses/.

Most patients are able to return to running and high-impact activities after full bone consolidation and completion of physical therapy, typically within 12 to 18 months depending on the amount of lengthening and individual recovery. Dr. Mahboubian provides a personalized recovery and return-to-activity roadmap for every patient during the consultation.

Discomfort is a natural part of the recovery process and is managed through a structured pain management protocol. Most patients describe the distraction phase, during which the bone is gradually lengthened, as uncomfortable rather than acutely painful. Dr. Mahboubian’s team provides detailed pain management guidance throughout every phase of recovery.

Like all surgical procedures, limb lengthening carries risks including infection, nerve or vascular injury, delayed bone healing, and joint stiffness. These risks are significantly minimized when the procedure is performed by a fellowship-trained surgeon with specialized expertise in limb lengthening and deformity correction. Dr. Mahboubian’s training at Hospital for Special Surgery and his position as the first West Coast Precice surgeon reflect that level of expertise.

Dr. Mahboubian pursued his fellowship training at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) specifically because it is the number one ranked orthopedic hospital in the United States by U.S. News and World Report. HSS is a global leader in limb lengthening and deformity correction, and training there provided Dr. Mahboubian with the highest level of specialized surgical expertise available in the field.

The most advanced technology currently available for height lengthening surgery is the Precice Max (PMAX) intramedullary nail system. It allows precise, motorized bone distraction controlled by an external remote device, eliminating the need for external fixators. Dr. Mahboubian was the first surgeon on the West Coast to perform cosmetic limb lengthening with the Precice nail system and now offers the latest PMAX version to his patients.

Most patients achieve a height increase of 2 to 3 inches (5 to 8 centimeters) through a single cosmetic limb lengthening procedure. The exact amount is determined by bone biology, patient goals, and surgical planning. Dr. Mahboubian discusses realistic height gain expectations during your virtual consultation based on your anatomy and desired outcome.

Full recovery from limb lengthening surgery typically takes 12 to 18 months, encompassing the active distraction phase, the bone consolidation phase, and the rehabilitation phase. NYC patients who return home after surgery continue their recovery with the support of virtual follow-up consultations with Dr. Mahboubian’s team.

Dr. Mahboubian offers virtual consultations for patients throughout New York City, including Tribeca, SoHo, the Upper East Side, the Upper West Side, Chelsea, Midtown, the Meatpacking District, Williamsburg, Park Slope, DUMBO, and all five boroughs. Patients from New Jersey, Long Island, and Connecticut are also welcome.

The Precice Max (PMAX) is the most advanced intramedullary nail system available for limb lengthening surgery. It is controlled by a small external remote device and allows precise, comfortable daily distraction without the need for cumbersome external fixators. For New York City patients considering height lengthening surgery, access to PMAX technology through Dr. Mahboubian’s practice means a less invasive, more comfortable, and more precisely controlled surgical experience.

Yes. In addition to cosmetic height lengthening, Dr. Mahboubian performs bow leg correction and knock knee deformity correction for patients seeking functional and aesthetic lower extremity realignment. These procedures are available to New York City patients through the same virtual consultation and Travel for Surgery model.

Yes, PRP and stem cell therapy are offered at Height Lengthening as regenerative adjuncts to support bone healing, reduce inflammation, and accelerate recovery during the consolidation phase. Dr. Mahboubian discusses candidacy for these therapies during the consultation process.

Candidacy is determined during a comprehensive virtual consultation with Dr. Mahboubian. Factors considered include age, bone maturity, overall health, psychological readiness, and realistic goals. Not every patient who inquires is a surgical candidate, and Dr. Mahboubian provides honest, thorough guidance during the evaluation process.

The surgical technique is similar, but the indication and goal differ. Leg length discrepancy correction addresses a functional imbalance between the two limbs that affects gait, posture, and joint health. Cosmetic height lengthening is performed bilaterally to increase overall stature. Dr. Mahboubian offers both procedures and evaluates each patient individually to determine the most appropriate surgical approach.