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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Meet the Providers Who Treat Bowlegs
Departments that Treat Bowlegs
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.