Monday, September 16, 2013

What is 'SSMLS'

SSMLS means ‘Single Stage Multiple Level Surgery’ that means we operate at multiple levels in one stage.

What are the advantages of SSMLS?
1. Because we operate in one stage, all the deformities and contractures in that particular limb are corrected at one time; so that execution of physiotherapy and rehabilitation program becomes easy.
2. Surgery on one limb reduces the tone in the other extremities, if involved and also improves the function to some extent.
3. Developing milestones, walking pattern and activities of daily living becomes easy.
4. It is also economic.