Orthopedics > OCOSH Classification > Bone Diseases > Bone Developmental Diseases > Genu Valgum > Genu Valgum Wikipedia

< Previous

Genu Valgum Wikipedia

Visit Resource Review It Rate It Bookmark It

Location: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genu_valgum

Description: Genu valgum, commonly called "knock-knees", is a condition where the knees angle in and touch one another when the legs are straightened. Individuals with severe valgus deformities are typically unable to touch their feet together while simultaneously straightening the legs.

Type: Reference Material
Author/Contact: Not Available
Institution: Wikipedia
Primary Subject/Category:

Language: English

Submitted by: admin
Hits: 93
Added: Thu Feb 28 2008