Brachymetatarsia. Axial lengthening by using the callus distraction technique.

The authors present a modified approach to the ilizarov callus distraction technique for bone lengthening on a patient with brachymetatarsia. This approach has certain advantages and disadvantages that will be discussed along with historical methods of treating brachymetatarsia. The actual case history, surgical technique, and perioperative care of the patient are described in detail.