Question 1

can knee braces straighten bowed legs in adults?

Accepted Answer

Not likley: 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. See an orthopedist for clarity in diagnosis. Unloader braces can be helpful with pain and function but cannot straighten an adult bowed knee.

Question 2

would fixing bow legs then make you taller if you are already a young adult? if yes, around how much can it make you taller?

Accepted Answer

Not indicated: Straightening "bowed" legs is not indicated.  The only exception to this is in patients with moderate to severe "
tibia vara" a condition that manifests in childhood and adolescents.

Question 3

are bowed legs hereditary?

Accepted Answer

No: Bowed legs as an isolated sign are not hereditary.  However, there are conditions of bone mineralization that have bowed legs along with other manifestations that are hereditary and follow typical mendelian genetics.

Question 4

after how long before bowed legs become permanent?

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BOW LEGS:: Depends on severity. If mild to moderate, from 18 months to 3 years, braces are advised to wear for 22 hours a day. If more severe form, bracing doesn't help, at 4 years, usually surgical correction is done.

Question 5

my son got bowed legs is that normal?? he is 14 months old

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Possibly: If his sleeping position is on his belly and he is drawing his legs underneath him, this may be positional. When your doctor looks at his legs a line through the kneecap should fall straight down between his 1st and 2nd toes. Nutritional deficiencies notably vitamin D or metabolic problems that lead to this May also cause bowing. Have him examined to see if this is normal for him and his age.

Question 6

if i get my bowed legs corrected. will it also make me any taller?

Accepted Answer

Don't think so, if..: Don't think that surgery to correct bowed legs would automatically increase one's final legs length, unless special leg lengthening apparatus was put on both legs to intentionally make the legs longer. First, to find out if any correction is even needed, one should visit two orthopedic surgeons with experience in bowed legs correction, and compare the 2 opinions.

Question 7

i only got bowed legs when i got taller at the age of 12. why is that?

Accepted Answer

An exam: Have a doctor examine your legs and XR the affected areas. It may be your knees. Sometimes one area stops growing sooner than another making the legs bowed. All the best.

Question 8

help? i believe i have bowed legs, will this affect my life in the future?

Accepted Answer

Varies: It varies based upon the severity of the problem.  Severe cases can cause excessive wear on the inside of the knees and early need for a knee replacement.  Mild cases really do not cause much problem at all.  Don't hesitate to be seen.

Question 9

what do you suggest if i have bowed legs and i'm 16any risk because of my bowed legs?

Accepted Answer

Normal usually: Usually a normal variant, and there is no intervention needed. Something to discuss with you physician.

Here is some information:
medicine.medscape.com/article/1355974-overview

Question 10

could bowed legs affect running?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Every runner has their own form, and the shape of your legs will certainly affect your form. Although you may not technically be as "efficient" a runner as someone without bowed legs, thousands of excellent runners have leg variations. Bowed legs may increase your risk of injury, so make sure you are fitted for correct shoes and have a reputable running store observe your gait.

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Can knee braces straighten bowed legs in adults?

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Are bowed legs hereditary?

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After how long before bowed legs become permanent?

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My son got bowed legs is that normal?? he is 14 months old

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If i get my bowed legs corrected. will it also make me any taller?

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I only got bowed legs when i got taller at the age of 12. why is that?

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Help? i believe i have bowed legs, will this affect my life in the future?

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What do you suggest if i have bowed legs and i'm 16any risk because of my bowed legs?

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Could bowed legs affect running?

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