How much does limb lengthening surgery cost at Hospital for Special Surgery?

Published price range at Hospital for Special Surgery is not publicly disclosed; we recommend contacting the clinic directly for a quote. Final cost varies by method, target gain, hospital stay, and post-op follow-up. Confirm package detail directly with the clinic before travel.

Which limb lengthening methods does Hospital for Special Surgery offer?

Hospital for Special Surgery uses the following methods: PRECICE 2, Ilizarov, TSF (Taylor Spatial Frame), LATN. Lead surgeon: Dr. Austin Fragomen (MD).

Is Hospital for Special Surgery verified by limblengtheningclinics.com editors?

Yes. Hospital for Special Surgery appears in our editorial directory at tier 1. Tier 1 means we cross-checked surgeon credentials, hospital affiliation, regulatory status and published outcomes. Last verified on 2026-05-20.

Does Hospital for Special Surgery treat international patients?

Yes — HSS International Center Languages stated: English, Spanish.

What is the recovery timeline after limb lengthening at Hospital for Special Surgery?

Limb lengthening recovery follows three phases: distraction (~1 mm/day for 4–8 weeks), consolidation (3–6 months until the new bone hardens), and physiotherapy-led return to full activity (6–12 months total). Internal-nail methods (PRECICE etc.) generally allow earlier weight-bearing than external fixators. Individual recovery varies — discuss specifics with the surgeon before booking.

New York, NY·USA·Fully researched profile

Hospital for Special Surgery

Led by Dr. Austin Fragomen, MD. Chief, Limb Lengthening & Complex Reconstruction Service (since Jan 2026)

Google rating

★ 4.1(537)

Last verified

29 days agoby editors

Price range

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Editorial note

Stryde removed from method list (FDA Class I recall active since Feb 2021). [2026-05-20] Clinic website still references PRECICE Stryde despite the FDA Class I recall of April 2021. Confirm whether they still implant this device or whether it is legacy/historical mention. | 2026-06-18 verify: Fragomen is now Chief of Service (Jan 2026); Rozbruch Chief Emeritus. Facility 4.1 rating is hospital-wide, not service-level.

Why we listed this clinic

HSS is the #1 US News & World Report orthopedic hospital. Service is a globally cited academic center for LL research and training.

From the clinic

Videos & surgeon interviews

About Limb Lengthening Surgery with Dr. Robert Rozbruch - YouTube

Jacob's Story - LIMB LENGTHENING: Dr. S. Robert Rozbruch - YouTube

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Mentioned across the web

Cross-source coverage

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Hospital For Special Surgery Photos - Yelp

HOSPITAL FOR SPECIAL SURGERY, 535 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021, 94 Photos, (212) 606-1000, Mon - Open 24 hours, Tue - Open 24 hours, Wed - Open 24 hours, ...

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HSS Limb Lengthening and Complex Reconstruction ... - YouTube

HSS Limb Lengthening and Complex Reconstruction Service Overview. 1.5K views · 1 year ago ...more. Hospital for Special Surgery. 296K.

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editorialhss.edu

Limb Lengthening and Complex Reconstruction Service - HSS

Limb Lengthening and Complex Reconstruction services at Hospital for Special Surgery in NYC, bone lengthening, limb lengthening, bowleg deformities and ...

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editorialpmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

What is the Utility Of a Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction ... - PMC

This work was performed at the Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA. References. 1. Althausen PL, Kauk JR, Shannon S, Lu M, O'Mara TJ, Bray TJ ...

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editorialhss.edu

Austin T. Fragomen, MD - Limb Lengthening Surgeon - HSS

Dr. Fragomen is an orthopedic surgeon at Hospital for Special Surgery specializing in skeletal reconstruction, limb lengthening, nonunions and malunions, ...

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Methods offered

PRECICE 2Read about PRECICE 2 →
IlizarovRead about Ilizarov →
TSF (Taylor Spatial Frame)Read about TSF (Taylor Spatial Frame) →
LATNRead about LATN →

After surgery

Rehabilitation & physiotherapy

Publishes structured, downloadable post-operative physical therapy protocols — a post-op guide, a Phase II strengthening program, and a PRECICE-nail-specific guide covering tibia, femur and ankle. Whether therapy is delivered by a dedicated in-house team or referred out is not stated on the official page.

Source: hss.edu. Reflects clinic and public sources, not an independent audit.

Surgeons

Dr. Austin Fragomen, MD
Chief, Limb Lengthening & Complex Reconstruction Service (since Jan 2026)
Performs: Ilizarov external fixation · bone transport · external fixators / monolateral frame · PRECICE intramedullary lengthening (participated in post-market studies; not named on HSS profile but documented via HSS news and limblengthening.com) · ankle distraction arthroplasty · deformity correction (bowlegs/knock-knees, complex foot/ankle)
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Dr. S. Robert Rozbruch, MD, FAAOS
Chief Emeritus & Founder (still practicing)
Performs: PRECICE internal lengthening nails (femur and tibia) · Ilizarov / Taylor Spatial Frame (hexapod) · monolateral external frames · osseointegration amputation reconstruction · ankle distraction arthroplasty · high tibial osteotomy
▸ Video 1 ▸ Video 2
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Dr. Taylor Reif, MD
Director of Education
Performs: Limb lengthening · Distraction osteogenesis · Limb deformity correction · Amputation reconstruction via osseointegration prostheses · Complex limb reconstruction (bone tumors, metastatic disease, trauma, infection)
▸ Video 1 ▸ Video 2
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Patient stories

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International patient services

Yes — HSS International Center

Accreditations

●The Joint Commission (US)
●Magnet Recognition

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How we verified this clinic

Tier: Tier 1 — fully researched
Last verified: 29 days ago
Hospital affiliation: Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) — world's #1 orthopedic hospital per U.S. News (multiple consecutive years)
Languages at consultation: English, Spanish

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Medical disclaimer

This directory is editorial. It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a substitute for consultation with a qualified surgeon. Pricing and availability change — always verify directly with the clinic before making decisions.