Explore an orthopaedic perspective on common childhood lower limb conditions in this 44-minute talk by Dr. Jeffrey Young, Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Stanford University Medical Center. Gain insights into bowed legs, knock knees, in-toeing, and out-toeing in children. Learn about pediatric orthopaedics, deformities, radiographic assessments, and treatment options including hemiepiphysiodesis and osteotomy. Understand the rotation profile of the foot, leg, and thigh, as well as gait analysis and torsional deformities. Discover the natural history of these conditions and when surgical intervention may be necessary. This comprehensive overview provides valuable information for healthcare professionals and parents alike.
Bowed Legs, Knock Knees, In-Toeing, and Out-Toeing - An Orthopaedic Perspective