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Limb Length Discrepancy (LLD)

LLD is a difference in length between Both limbs. LLD can increase pressure on one foot or knee in comparison to the other.

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Symptoms and Causes

Symptoms:

  • Pain above the heel 

  • Pain present at beginning and after exercise

  • Pain in that region in first steps of the morning 

Cause:

  • Tight of calf muscle

  • Overuse back leg of muscles

How we treat limb length discrepancy?

There are numerous treatments for Achilles Tendonopathy, since we tailor treatment for each individual patient it may vary from patient to patient.

How we can help:

  • Dry needling & massage

  • Stretches & strengthening

  • Heel lifts

  • Customised orthotics

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