Will adult X-shaped legs become more serious?

Bowed legs in adults may gradually worsen, especially if appropriate interventions are not taken. Bowed legs, medically known as knock knees, are characterized by the inability of the ankles to close together when the knees are together. Long-term untreated bowed legs may lead to joint wear, pain, and even dysfunction.

The aggravation of X-shaped legs is related to many factors. Genetic factors may affect bone development and lead to a tendency to genu valgum. Environmental factors such as long-term poor posture, excessive weight bearing or lack of exercise may also aggravate symptoms. In terms of physiological factors, with age, degenerative changes in bones and joints may further worsen X-shaped legs. Trauma or certain diseases, such as rickets and arthritis, may also cause worsening of genu valgum. Among pathological factors, mild X-shaped legs may only manifest as appearance problems, but in severe cases may cause knee pain, difficulty walking and even affect spinal health.

Treatments for X-legs include non-surgical and surgical interventions. Among non-surgical treatments, physical therapy is a common choice, which improves joint stability by strengthening leg muscles, such as straight leg raises, side-lying leg raises and other exercises. Orthotic insoles or braces can help adjust the force line of the lower limbs and reduce pressure on the knee joints. In terms of drug treatment, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen can be used to relieve pain and inflammation. Surgical treatment is suitable for severe cases. Common procedures include osteotomy, arthroscopic surgery and artificial joint replacement. The specific choice should be determined according to the condition and doctor's advice.

To prevent the aggravation of X-shaped legs, you need to pay attention to the details in your daily life. Maintain a correct standing and sitting posture, and avoid bearing weight on one side or crossing your legs for a long time. Moderate exercise such as swimming and cycling can help strengthen leg muscles and reduce the burden on knee joints. In terms of diet, supplementing calcium and vitamin D can help bone health, such as eating more milk, fish and green leafy vegetables. Regular physical examinations and consultations with professional doctors, timely detection of problems and taking intervention measures are the key to preventing the aggravation of X-shaped legs.