Some people are born with one leg longer than the other. In other cases, injury or illness causes a discrepancy in leg length that may progress over time. This isn't necessarily something to worry ...

This week we are going to talk about the difference between leg length difference and sacroiliac/iliosacral dysfunction and true leg length difference as in the case of tibial fractures. Leg length ...

Having one leg longer than the other is relatively common. If a person’s right leg is longer than the left, or vice versa, the condition is known as leg length discrepancy. Some research indicates ...

It's normal for children and adults to have a small difference between the length of their legs, but at what point is it considered a problem? "Leg length discrepancy is when an individual's two legs ...

Dealing with a leg being shorter than the other is hardly unusual when it comes to runners. In fact, if you think one of your legs is longer than the other, you can count yourself in good company.

Dear Dr. Roach: I had polio when I was 11 years old, many years ago, and miraculously, recovered enough to live a normal life. When I was in my 40s, I developed constant back pain and visited a ...

Scoliosis is the primary cause of uneven hips, but it can also be caused by a difference in leg length. Treatment options include exercise and surgery. The hip joint is part of the pelvis. When your ...

Limb length discrepancies of the lower extremity often cause disabling problems of the hips and lower back. It is also known as the short leg syndrome. This problem may affect as much as 75-80 percent ...