Does Iliac Crest Reduction Cause Long Term Functional Problems?

Q: Dr. Eppley, I have a question about the Iliac Crest Reduction surgery want to do this surgery but what about the side effects? Wont this surgery affect our flexibility? Body rotation? What about running and squatting? That would be very painful I think. But I dont know so im asking you. Will I still be flexible enough to live life comfortably after the surgery?

A: You are referring to the potential for long term functional effects from the procedure…which I have not seen. But that answer is modifiable based on how much of the crest has been removed. The less that is removed the less likely any adverse effects will occur.

Dr. Barry Eppley

World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon