So you may have seen me mention that I have knock knees , also known as genu valgum, in a few other threads. I just wanted to know if anyone here personally knows anyone who has knock knees. If so, did they ever get it corrected, if so, did they go the surgical route? I'm just wondering, because I think I have decided to go to the doctor next week and have my doctor recommend me to see an orthopedic. I'm almost positive I have no other choice but surgery to repair my knees, but I've read it is risky. Anyways, if you know anyone who currently has / had knock knees, also known as genu valgum, please share what you know.
I had a regular side thing when I was younger that I'm pretty sure had slight knock-knees...but they opened well enough for my purposes. I have no clue if she ever got it treated. I read a little on genu valgum. Hopefully you can correct it with orthopedic shoes and a physical therapist instead of surgery. Either way, it's probably a tough road ahead but it seems like one of those things that you really shouldn't put off. We're here for you, brother, please post if you need some support.
I'm bow legged myself. It really depends on the situation. If it's affecting your day to day activities then definitely consider getting it fixed. However, if it's not causing you pain or discomfort then leave it be.
No, but i'm afraid it will continue to get worse. It seems as if my knees have gotten more and more crooked over the years (they don't align straight with my legs, and it seems as if they're leaning more and more sideways now than before) bow legged is another name for it? oh. And it isn't affecting me, but i feel that it has gotten worse, and will get worse as I get older if i don't do something about it. No pain yet.
actually, nevermind, just did a bit of research. bow legged is not the same as knock knees, they're similar though. genu varum(which you have) is when your knees point outwards, and genu valgum (which i have) is when your knees point inwards.
I had the same problem. Dr. Guggenheim at Texas Orthopedic did my surgery and I have seen great results. The recovery sucked but walking feels a lot better and I'm not as self-conscious about the way I walk.
How long did it take to recover and why did it suck? And did you play sports with knock knees - if so, did you notice any improvements in your speed/quickness/leaping ability?
It took me 3 months, mine may have been worse than yours, idk. I play basketball, my quickness improved a little. No difference in my speed or leaping ability really.
I dunno, mine is pretty bad - how old were you when you got the surgery? And a few more questions if you don't mind. After the surgery, I know you said it was a 3 month recovery. Did you have to have on a sort of boot for 3 months? Crutches? How did that pan out? After the 3 month recovery, were you able to be physically active again without any issue? Did the doctor tell you what the risks were if you didn't get the surgery? And are there risks if you choose to get the surgery? Sorry if thats a lot of q's, but i'd appreciate if you answer them. i'm nervous, gonna see a doctor soon and want to know some things in advance.
I was 24 when i had the surgery. No boot, but I had to use crutches for the first 2 months. After 3 months I was able to be pretty much back to normal, still experienced some pain though and would get tired a little more easy. I was told if I didn't have the surgery I would eventually not be able to walk, so I figured I would just get it over with.
crutches for 2 months? not sure i like that -- were they just to assist you in walking, or were you unable to walk without them? i don't like crutches, i had to use them for 2 days , and it was terrible. And also, I just started working out recently. I'm worried that if I opt to have this surgery, i will not be able to continue to work out. Of course, i would just focus on upper body, do you think i would be able to still do that?
Unless you are severely affected by your condition this is something to fix when you are a young child with braces on your legs -- not surgery as an adult.
and if not severely affected by it, what's wrong with wanting it fixed as an adult? i'm still a teenager, not for much longer, (19), and I'm pretty sure it can cause arthritis if you don't deal with it soon.
