Bow legs, known medically as genu varum, is a condition characterized by outward curving of the legs, creating a noticeable gap between the knees when standing straight. While it’s more commonly ...

Bow legs (also known as "genu varum") occur when a person's legs bend outward and don't touch at the knees, even if their feet and ankles remain together. If left undiagnosed in childhood, bow legs ...

Bow legs often occur in young children and will typically go away over time. If they do not improve over time, a doctor may suspect an underlying cause may be responsible for the bow legs. In these ...