Limb Deformity Patients & Parents Support Group
The MEPOS Limb Deformity Patients & Parents Support Group is part of the MEPOS Parent & Children Committee and is dedicated to supporting children and families affected by congenital or acquired limb deformities across the Middle East.
The group provides education, guidance, and peer support for families navigating diagnosis, treatment planning, deformity correction, limb length discrepancy management, external fixation, reconstruction, rehabilitation, and long-term follow-up care.
By connecting families with healthcare professionals and other parents, the support group aims to reduce uncertainty, improve understanding of treatment options, and provide encouragement throughout what can often be a long and complex care journey.
What This Support Group Focuses On
- Parent education and awareness about limb deformity conditions.
- Support for families dealing with congenital and acquired limb deformities.
- Guidance around limb length discrepancy and deformity correction treatment.
- Information about external fixation, reconstruction, rehabilitation, and follow-up care.
- Connecting families with paediatric orthopaedic and limb reconstruction specialists.
- Creating a supportive community for parents, caregivers, and patients.