bow legs

[roger723]

hello

Im bowed legged. I live in the UK. Is it simple enough to fix the problem? all i think about everyday is getting them fixed its annoying me. I have an appointed with an orthopedic surgeon in a months time. I'm worried il be turened away becasue the problem might not be serious enough or because my knees don't hurt. I have a 3 inch gap when stand with my ankles together. I feel it is my rigth to get this deformity changed.

Whats your answer to this?

[roger723]

I'm Really depressed about my legs, it gets me down and holds me back from doing certain things

[roger723]

Is there anyway they can perform the operation free on the nhs?? I'm 23 and i'm pretty sure my bowed legs are getting worse am i at risk of my cartilage getting worn away? what if i was to wear an insole in my trainer/shoe can this help to correctly align my leg? or some sort of discreet brace on my knees? I've read into osteotomy. Do they usually perform these sorts of procedures on 23 year olds? ##

Look forward to hearing back from you

thanks

[Dr Vinod]

Hello!

Bowlegs often develop in children as a normal part of their growth and development.

It is important for your orthopedician to understand your age and whether you had vitamin D deficiency or any other deficiency.

However, if your bow legs were caused by a trauma, skeletal deformity, or bone disease, it may warrant immediate medical treatment. Discuss all options with an orthopedician and if the deformity cannot be corrected or adjusted then you may need surgical correction.

Take care!