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Condition

Pediatric Bowlegs

What You Need to Know

Bowlegs are a condition in which the legs curve outward at an extreme angle at the knees while the child’s feet are together.

Key Symptoms

Bowlegs are usually easy to see, but most cases self-correct by age 3.

Diagnosis

Tests your physician may recommend to diagnose bowlegs or an underlying condition include measurement of the distance between the knees, observation of how your child walks, blood tests or x-rays.

Treatment

Children with bowlegs usually don’t need treatment unless the condition is extreme or your child has a more serious underlying condition.

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Departments that Treat Bowlegs

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    Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine

    From sprains and strains to complex congenital conditions, Children's National Hospital offers one of the most experienced pediatric orthopaedic practices in the nation, with experience in treating all areas from head to toe.

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