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2. Varus deformity - Wikipedia

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   It is correct for a knock-kneed deformity to be called both a varus deformity at the hip (coxa vara) and a valgus deformity at the knee (genu valgum); although the common terminology is to simply refer to it as a valgus knee. When the terminology refers to a bone rather than a joint, the distal segment of the bone is being described.

3. Osteotomy - Wikipedia

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   It is sometimes performed to correct a hallux valgus, or to straighten a bone that has healed crookedly following a fracture. It is also used to correct a coxa vara, genu valgum, and genu varum. The operation is done under a general anaesthetic. [1] Osteotomy is one method to relieve pain of arthritis, especially of the hip and knee.

4. Genu varum - Wikipedia

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   Hip-knee-ankle angle. On projectional radiography, the degree of varus or valgus deformity can be quantified by the hip-knee-ankle angle, [7] which is an angle between the femoral mechanical axis and the center of the ankle joint. [8] It is normally between 1.0° and 1.5° of varus in adults. [9] Normal ranges are different in children. [10]

5. Valgus deformity - Wikipedia

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   The terms "varus" and "valgus" always refer to the direction in which the distal segment of the joint points. The original Latin definitions for varus and valgus were the opposite of their current usage. [2] For a discussion of the etymology of these words, see the entry under varus. A mnemonic to remember the two deformities is that valgus ...

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   Hinged braces: Hinged braces hold the knee in the proper alignment and limit movement, offering more stability. Unloader braces: Unloader braces are a type of hinged brace that’s more rigid and ...

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   Knee Braces. Sometimes you need help for both knees. The Modvel Knee Braces come in a two-pack, so you can get support on both sides and match in the process—perfect for those with arthritis in ...