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Blounts Disease Background, Treatment And a New Bracing Rational

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Intervention and <strong>Treatment</strong><br />

Some studies show that complete regression<br />

can occur if orthotically treated during stages I- I<br />

IV using the Lagenskiold –Riska Riska scale. The<br />

patient should be three years of age or less<br />

Stages V - VI do not regress and usually require<br />

surgical intervention. Surgery is usually the<br />

course of action for patients > than three years<br />

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