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What does the preoperative consultation for SEMLS involve?
SEMLS (Single-Event Multilevel Surgery) is an advanced procedure used primarily in children with neurological disorders, such as cerebral palsy, who have complex musculoskeletal deformities. Due to the multi-stage nature of the treatment, proper preparation of the patient and family is an extremely important part of the entire process. Table of Contents: The First Consultation Before SEMLS—What to Expect […]
How to care for a child's post-surgery scars to minimize their visibility
Orthopedic surgery in children is an important stage of treatment aimed at improving function, reducing symptoms, and increasing the patient’s independence. For many parents, the appearance of the skin after surgery is just as important, as is the question of how to care for postoperative scars so that they are as inconspicuous as possible in the future. A scar is a natural part of the healing process. The body creates new tissue, which […]
The Paley European Institute at the Achondroplasia Conference
It is with great joy that we look back on the Achondroplasia Conference held in Stężyca; it was a truly special and deeply moving event for us. As the Paley European Institute, we had the pleasure of participating in it and meeting patients, their families, and the entire wonderful community centered around the topic of achondroplasia. Why is this important to us? Achondroplasia is one […]
Removing the cast after SEMLS—what to expect?
The end of the immobilization period is one of the most important stages in a child’s return to mobility after SEMLS surgery. For many parents, the moment the cast is removed marks the transition to the next phase of treatment—more active rehabilitation, learning proper movement, and gradually regaining independence. At the same time, many questions may arise: what does the procedure itself involve, will the child feel […]
Leg Lengthening — What Does the Procedure Involve, and Who Is It For?
Leg Lengthening—What Is the Procedure and Who Is It For? Until recently, leg lengthening surgery was associated exclusively with the treatment of serious orthopedic conditions. Today, healthy people are increasingly opting for the procedure to gain a few extra centimeters in height and feel more confident—both at work and in their personal lives. […]
Rehabilitation After SEMLS Surgery—What Can the Child Expect in the Year Following the Procedure?
What does rehabilitation look like after orthopedic surgery for a child? SEMLS (Single-Event Multilevel Surgery) allows for the simultaneous correction of several orthopedic problems in children with neurological disorders, primarily cerebral palsy. The surgery itself, however, is only one stage of treatment. Equally important is a properly planned rehabilitation program following SEMLS surgery, which helps the child regain mobility and learn […]