Valgus and varus are opposite terms related to inward and outward flexion of bones and joints. These deformities can cause complications and increase the risk of osteoarthritis. Valgus causes pressure on the outside of the knee, while varus shifts the bearing axis inward, destabilizing leg and joint movements. Both can cause permanent damage if not treated early on. Recommended therapies and weight management can help, but surgery may be necessary in severe cases.
The terms valgus and varus are both related to each other, but they are also opposites. For example in orthopedics, varus refers to inward flexion of the distal segment of the bone or joint, while valgus alignment is outward flexion of the knee. Deformities that can form in both valgus and varus can cause serious complications with flexion of the legs and knees. Varus is also called a bowlegged condition while valgus is known as a knee-down. These alignments could cause serious consequences and in some cases could be the basis for osteoarthritis.
A varus deformity causes the bearing axis of the knee to shift inward, which puts additional pressure on the legs and destabilizes the mechanical system of leg and joint movements. If it becomes severe, it could also contribute to difficulty walking due to stiffness from unnatural movements, especially in overweight people. A varus deformity increases the chances of osteoarthritis in these people, which doesn’t mean that only overweight people have a higher risk of arthritis, it just means that their chances are much higher of getting it.
The other type, which is valgus alignment, does the opposite of what launching does. It moves the bearing axis of the knee outward, causing great pressure on the outside of the knee. While a valgus deformity is not considered as destructive as the varus version, it is still very damaging and causes several defects. It has been shown to negatively affect ligaments, subchondral bones and articular cartilage. Chances of osteoarthritis are greatest in both alignments; I’m worth and varo.
Both of these deformities can be extremely dangerous if not treated early on and can cause permanent damage to the ligaments and muscles around the joints. Valgus and varus alignments could be the basis for bone and structural issues within the knee, and also joint leg issues. To avoid the difficulties associated with valgus and varus deformities, try to keep your weight at as normal a level as possible. There are some recommended therapies that are effective for both alignment problems, and in some cases, if there is no other solution, surgery is done as a last resort in an attempt to repair these alignments.
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