How to Correct X-Shaped Legs
Disease description:
My child has mild genu valgum (knock-knees), and I’m concerned it might affect his future development—so I’d like to correct it. Could you please advise how genu valgum can be corrected?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lin Yunfei
For patients with X-shaped legs (genu valgum) without bony deformity, conservative treatments—including muscle-strengthening exercises, custom orthotic insoles, and bracing—can help relax the lateral collateral ligament of the knee and restore balance between the medial and lateral stabilizing structures of the knee joint, thereby correcting the deformity. However, long-term, consistent adherence to these interventions is required to achieve optimal results. In cases involving bony deformity, surgical correction—such as osteotomy combined with internal fixation—can effectively improve the cosmetic appearance of X-shaped legs.
