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Genu Valgum, physiologic knock-knees
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- In the valgum or knock-knee deformity, the knees are tilted toward the midline.
- Whereas, in the varum deformity (see Genu Varum), the knees are tilted away from the midline.
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- No symptoms, but the physical appearance is abnormal.
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- The typical infant has a slight genu varum (bowleg deformity).
- When the infant starts standing and walking, genu varum spontaneously corrects, usually
- A slight over-correction typically occurs, producing a slight genu valgum (knock-knee deformity) at age 3-4 years. This usually resolves over a few years.
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- On inspection of the knees
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- Usually, this is a normal stage of development.
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- Usually, no treatment is indicated
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- Discuss with the child's physician if the condition persists after 5-6 years of age.
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