Bowleg

Bowleg

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Bone, Muscle, & Joint
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Contributed byMaulik P. Purohit MD MPHMar 20, 2018

The topic Bowleg you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Bowed Legs.

Quick Summary:

  • Bowed Legs is a common childhood condition in which the knees appear wide apart when the child stands with their feet and ankles together. Bowed Legs may affect one or both legs and cause an outward curving of the legs
  • Bowed Legs predominantly develop due to positioning of the infant in the mother's womb. The condition start to straighten out, once the child begins to walk and apply weight to the legs
  • This usually occurs when the child is between 12 to 18 months old. By the age of 3 to 4 years, the condition should correct itself and appear normal. The condition is also referred to as Genu Varum
  • Currently, physiologic Genu Varum does not require any treatment, unless the condition is severe. In case the condition is associated with a medical illness, then the use of braces or a surgery may be necessary
  • In most cases, the prognosis of Bowed Legs is excellent, and children do not have any difficulty in walking or using their legs. Although currently, medical research has not established a way of preventing Bowed Legs

Please find comprehensive information on Bowed Legs regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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