From: Low-intensity pulsed ultrasound enhances callus consolidation in distraction osteogenesis of the tibia by the technique of lengthening over the nail procedure
Complication
LIPUS group (N = 30)
Control group (N = 30)
P-value*
Ankle equinus
5
4
0.739
Impending compartment syndrome
1
0
Peroneal nerve irritation
Fibula related
Regenerate fracture
Nonunion
LIPUS-related