Why Did the Ilizarov Technique Revolutionize Bone Treatment?
The Ilizarov technique is considered one of the most important advances in orthopedics. This technique
is used particularly for bone lengthening and correction of bones that have healed in the wrong position. For years,
it was used solely for limb lengthening; now it is also used for bone infections and
conditions such as nonunion.
New Applications and Success Rates
In recent years, Ilizarov procedures involving robotic surgery and 3D printers have made patients' recovery more efficient and painless. While 3D printers ensure that bones are shaped
with complete accuracy, robotic systems allow procedures to be performed much more
precisely.
