Question 1

i have bow shaped legs please tell me how i get straight legs ?

Accepted Answer

An orthopedic: doctor specializes in what you mention.  Your family doc can refer you to one if he/she feels it is warranted.  Peace and good health.

Question 2

i'm 29 i weigh around 73kg i hv noticed that my legs have started becoming bow shaped why is it so my lower legs seem to be weak too?

Accepted Answer

See below: Either you are genetically destined to be bow legged or increasing wear along the inside of the knee with time is causing you to become bow-legged. Rarely a disease process could contibute to bowing of the legs. Getting in shape will help with weakness.See an orthopedist for clarity in diagnosis.

Question 3

can your legs bow as you age?

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Absolutely: Legs can progressively bow due to degeneration. At the the knees, we call this genu varus or varus misalignment. It is often associated with arthritis of the knee on the inside compartment (medial compartment). We can correct some of the alignment if associated with pain with a valgus unloader brace. Severe forms of bowing are treated surgically with a knee replacement or a realignment procedure.

Question 4

what exercise can make my legs bow?

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See below: None.  Your legs may bow because that is the way they are designed.  The medical term is called genuine varum and may be just the way you legs developed but there are a few other issues that should be ruled out.  See you doctor to rule out blount's disease especially if this is worsening.

Question 5

what is this circle shaped rash on the back of my leg?

Accepted Answer

Difficult to tell: It is tough to tell what this rash could be due to, just based on your general description. The possibilities may include ringworm, psoriasis, eczema, lyme disease, etc. You should have your primary doctor or dermatologist actually take a look to better determine the diagnosis. Best wishes.

Question 6

what are some of the symptoms of bow leg?

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Usually none: Bow leggedness is usually asymptomatic.  I cannot recall every having someone complain of any symptoms related to bowed legs.

Question 7

how long is the recovery time for bow leg correction?

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3-4 month: I assume you talking about surgical correction.
If you are talking about non surgical correction some times  it takes years with bracing.

Question 8

could you develop "bow leg" after fully becoming an adult?

Accepted Answer

Cartilage wear: Bow leggedness or the varus knee can develop in adulthood if the cartilage on the inside of the knee wears down faster than the outside of the knee.  In patients that then require total knee replacement this varus deformity is corrected so the leg is straight again.

Question 9

two years ago i recognized that my lower leg is becoming more like a bow. i want to ask if there is any exercises to treat or what should i do with it ?

Accepted Answer

Leg issues:  This really should be assessed in person. The cause of bowing needs to be assessed. Can't tell you how to proceed without an evaluation.

Question 10

is bow legs hereditary?

Accepted Answer

Can Be: But we do not know the mechanism for which this happens.

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I have bow shaped legs please tell me how i get straight legs ?

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I'm 29 i weigh around 73kg i hv noticed that my legs have started becoming bow shaped why is it so my lower legs seem to be weak too?

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Can your legs bow as you age?

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What exercise can make my legs bow?

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What is this circle shaped rash on the back of my leg?

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What are some of the symptoms of bow leg?

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How long is the recovery time for bow leg correction?

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Could you develop "bow leg" after fully becoming an adult?

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Two years ago i recognized that my lower leg is becoming more like a bow. i want to ask if there is any exercises to treat or what should i do with it ?

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Is bow legs hereditary?

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