When is bowleg correction surgery performed?

It is considered when growth does not correct the deformity and the remaining deformity concentrates load on one side of the knee. If growth remains we first consider guided growth using the growth plate; once growth is finished, corrective osteotomy.

Is it done for cosmetic reasons?

At this clinic the decision is based on functional problems — pain, gait and load on the joint. We weigh the effect of the deformity on the joint together with how much growth remains.

How does recovery progress?

We increase weight-bearing in stages while checking how the bone is uniting. The timeline varies with the extent of correction and the child's age; we explain it before surgery.

Pediatric Orthopedics

Pediatric center

Leg deformity correction

Bowleg correction

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Leg deformity correction FAQ

When is bowleg correction surgery performed?: It is considered when growth does not correct the deformity and the remaining deformity concentrates load on one side of the knee. If growth remains we first consider guided growth using the growth plate; once growth is finished, corrective osteotomy.
Is it done for cosmetic reasons?: At this clinic the decision is based on functional problems — pain, gait and load on the joint. We weigh the effect of the deformity on the joint together with how much growth remains.
How does recovery progress?: We increase weight-bearing in stages while checking how the bone is uniting. The timeline varies with the extent of correction and the child's age; we explain it before surgery.

Pediatric Orthopedics care pathway

Consultation and examination

We check gait, posture, the pattern of pain and the growth history.

Imaging

X-ray shows bone alignment, the growth plates and bone age, and an Exbody posture scan checks balance and body alignment.

Choosing a direction

관찰·보조기·수술 중 성장 단계에 맞는 방법을 정합니다.

Growth follow-up

치료 후에도 성장에 따른 변화를 정기적으로 확인합니다.

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