The Knee Learning Resource
The word 'genu' means 'knee'. Genu valgum means 'knock knee'. Valgus means the same and is an adjective, eg valgus deformity, valgus force.
Knock knees are common in children between 4-7 years of age. Most kids simply grow out of it and no treatment is usually necessary.
In adults genu valgum may be:
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