What department should I visit for X-shaped legs?

For patients with X-shaped legs (knee valgus), the choice of medical department should be determined based on individual circumstances. Generally, the following departments can be considered: 1. **Orthopedic Surgery**: X-shaped legs may be caused by congenital factors, genetic conditions, cartilage development disorders, trauma, or fractures. Therefore, orthopedic surgery is usually the first choice. Orthopedic surgeons will evaluate the patient's symptoms and physical signs and use full-length lower limb X-rays to make a definitive diagnosis. 2. **Joint Surgery**: If the symptoms of X-shaped legs are severe and lead to complications such as osteoarthritis of the knee joint, patients may consider visiting the joint surgery department. This specialty focuses on treating disorders affecting movable joints, including the knee. 3. **Non-surgical Treatment**: Treatment options for X-shaped legs also include non-surgical methods such as functional exercise and physical therapy. These treatments can be provided by either the orthopedic or rehabilitation departments. Patients with X-shaped legs should initially visit the orthopedic department. Based on the physician's recommendations and specific medical needs, referral to other departments may then be considered.