The culprit of the devilish figure---knee joint deformity

"Butterfly back", "peach buttocks" and "chopstick legs" were once the devilish figures that thousands of girls were obsessed with. However, how much do you know about knee deformity, the culprit that hinders the path to a devilish figure?

The knee joint, as one of the largest and most complex joints in the human body, bears most of the weight of our daily activities. However, due to various reasons, the knee joint may be deformed, causing inconvenience to people's lives. But how much do you know about knee deformities? This article will introduce you to the relevant knowledge of knee deformities, including the types of deformities, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and preventive measures, so that you can better understand the knee joint, have healthy legs, and get a real devil figure.

1. Types of knee deformity

Knee deformities are mainly divided into two categories: X-shaped legs and O-shaped legs.

Bow legs (knock-knees): Bow legs are characterized by the knees bending inward, with the legs forming an "X" shape at the knees. This deformity may cause difficulty walking, joint pain, and abnormal posture.

Knees knocked: Knees knocked outwards are characterized by the knees bending outwards, with the legs forming an "O" shape at the knees. Similar to bow legs, bow legs can also cause difficulty walking and joint pain.

In addition, there are other deformities such as K-shaped legs and valgus legs. K-shaped legs are formed when one leg is turned outward at the knee to form a "k" shape. Valgus legs are formed when one leg is turned inward and the other leg is turned outward.

2. Causes of knee deformity

There are many causes of knee deformity, including genetic factors, trauma, and disease.

Genetic factors: Some people may be born with a tendency to knee deformity, which may be related to genetic genes.

Trauma: Trauma such as fracture and dislocation may damage the knee joint structure and cause deformity.

Related diseases: Diseases such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis may also cause knee deformity.

3. Symptoms of knee deformity

Symptoms of a knee deformity vary from person to person, but generally include the following:

Difficulty walking: Due to knee deformity, the patient may not be able to walk normally or may even limp.

Joint pain: Deformities may cause stretching of the muscles and ligaments around the joint, causing pain.

Abnormal gait: Knee deformity may change your walking posture, making your gait look unnatural.

4. Diagnosis of knee deformity

Diagnosis of knee deformity usually requires a combination of the patient's symptoms, physical examination, and imaging examinations. The doctor will observe the patient's walking posture and the symmetry of the knee joint, and ask if there is any pain or discomfort. In addition, imaging examinations such as X-rays and MRI can help doctors understand the structure and pathology of the knee joint more accurately.

5. Treatment of knee deformity

Treatment for a knee deformity varies depending on the severity of the deformity and the age of the patient. Mild deformities may only require physical therapy and bracing, while more severe deformities may require surgery.

Physical therapy: Specific movements and exercises are used to strengthen the leg muscles and improve joint stability and function.

Bracing: Orthotics, such as a knee brace, are used to physically correct the position of the knee joint.

Surgical treatment: In severe cases, when the deformity is obvious, the pain is significant, and the quality of life is seriously affected, osteotomy may be required to correct the deformity.

6. Prevention of knee deformity

The key to preventing knee deformities is to maintain a healthy lifestyle and exercise. Here are some preventive measures:

Eat a balanced diet: Make sure you get enough nutrients, especially calcium and vitamin D, to support bone health.

Moderate exercise: Participate in low-impact exercises, such as swimming and cycling, to enhance the flexibility of leg muscles and joints.

Avoid excessive weight bearing: Avoid standing for long periods of time or repetitive high-impact leg activities to reduce stress on the joints.

Exercise regularly: Do targeted muscle building and balance training to improve joint stability.

Timely treatment: If you experience joint pain or discomfort, you should seek medical attention immediately to avoid worsening of the condition.

In short, understanding the types, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of knee deformity is essential to protecting the health of our knees. By taking appropriate preventive measures and timely treatment, we can effectively reduce the incidence and impact of knee deformity, enjoy a healthy and comfortable life, and have a truly devilish figure.

Author: Zou Qingsong Supervisor: Cheng Qian (Deputy Director of Orthopedics Department, Tongren Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Expert Committee Member of the Science Popularization and Health Education Working Committee of the Chinese Medical Education Association) The pictures in this article are copyrighted pictures of the gallery, and reprinting and using them may cause copyright disputes. About the Author

Zou Qingsong, male, Han nationality, is a master’s student at Wuxi Medical College of Jiangnan University. His research direction is geriatric nursing.