Genu Valgum Health Feed

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I have evaluated your query thoroughly. Some sort of movement difficulties can be there in initial post operative recovery in form of ligament
spasm or else. While primary relief with heating pad application, physiotherapy exercises, analgesic tablets ; follow
up regularly with your orthosurgeon for the same is mandatory. Hope this clears your query. Wishing you fine recovery. Welcome for any further assistance.

Genu valgum, commonly called "knock-knee" is a condition in which the knees angle in and touch each other when the legs are straightened. Individuals with severe valgus deformities are typically unable to touch their feet together while simultaneously straightening the legs. When genu valgum is severe, or when exercise isn't enough to relieve pain and stabilize your knee, your doctor may recommend surgery. For younger people, a small metal plate inserted in their knee can help direct future bone...more

Watch your diet and do some exercises that you are able to do.
Yoga will be the best.
Do not go for aggressive work out.
Reduce sugar and oil.
Take luke warm water with lemon/lemon tea or green tea 3-4 times a day.
Take light meals.

Genu valgum is a very common condition and most common reason is vitamin D deficiency in childhood. Mild form of genu valgum does not cause any problem in day to day life and is not known to cause any problems during pregnancy. As for any parents I would advise giving vitamin D supplements to children to avoid knee deformity. Have a happy married life.

It might be because of muscle weakness called myopathy.
Neurophysician is better person to consult rather orthopedist.

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Hello you seem to have genu valgum. Its a definately correctable situation. Have you done any investigations like blood test or xrays for this. Feel free to consult me if you want further guidance.

Iit could be genu valgum. Need xray both knees ap standing. Can be corrected with high tibial osteotomy.

treat vit D deficiency.
surgery for genu valium should be better done after growth is completed, ie 18 yrs.

Hello lady, there are multiple causes for knock knees, or genu valgum. The cause has to be assessed and treatment initiated as per the cause. According to lot of studies and based on lot of scientific data and with my experience. Braces or orthotics will NOT help. Can contact me on my private platform.