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Hi, i think i have bowed legs and im almost 17, do i need to get braces on my legs and does bowed legs affect my height or affect my growth.
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Not likely: Braces would have little effect on a 17 year old. I would not hesitate to be seen and have a formal evaluation for it.
Answered 11/2/2015
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