2022年6月1日 · Distal femoral osteotomy, or DFO, surgery involves creating a cut in the femur just above the knee to reshape the bone and realign the entire limb. This bony surgery is …

2021年11月18日 · Knock knee (also called "knock-knee deformity," "knock-knee syndrome," "knocked knee" or "genu valgum") is an incorrect alignment around the knee that can affect can people of all ages. Over time, the imbalance of force it places on the knees can cause pain, joint damage and early onset knee arthritis.

2023年11月8日 · Genu valgum, or knock-knee, is a condition where the knees touch but the ankles do not. It appears most frequently in young children. Depending on the cause, treatment can include medication,...

Surgical correction can help treat the deformity. With this minimally invasive treatment, your leg can be realigned. As a result, you’ll feel less pain, look better, and have healthier knees. We’d like to see you spend more time walking, running, and doing more of the physical activities you enjoy.

2017年6月3日 · Genu valgum, known as knock-knees, is a knee misalignment that turns your knees inward. When people with knock-knees stand up with their knees together, there’s a gap of 3 inches or more...

1 天前 · Medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction is a widely recognized treatment for recurrent patellar dislocation. However, limited research addresses the outcomes of combining MPFL reconstruction with distal femoral varus osteotomy, particularly in patients with genu valgum. This study aims to evaluate the clinical outcomes of this combined surgical approach in individuals experiencing ...

2024年11月7日 · Transient hemiepiphysiodesis is the most common of these growth modulation procedures. Techniques typically involve tension-band plating, staples or transphyseal screws. These techniques all rely on the Hueter-Volkmann principle, which states that increased mechanical stress on a physis leads to decreased bone growth.

Valgus malalignment is an important risk factor in recurrent patella instability. This article explores the role of corrective osteotomy and discusses the various described methods both on the femoral and tibial sides of the joint. A detailed operative technique of medial closing wedge distal femoral osteotomy is included.

2010年7月8日 · Genu valgum is a medical condition in which the knees lean to each other and are in contact when person's legs are straightened. Women are more prone to this condition as their pelvis is wider and the thigh bone is shorter comparing to men.

Pathologic genu valgum warrants aggressive treatment to alleviate symptoms and prevent progression. Bracing and therapy are inadequate to meet these goals. Surgical intervention is the only...