Description of the disease
Slender legs are the dream of every girl and the standard for men.
Unfortunately, nature does not give beauty to everyone; “wheel legs” are quite common. Many people live successfully with them, do not worry and do not consider them a disadvantage. Self-confidence is a wonderful quality. But doctors say: varus (O-shaped) leg deformity can affect the health of the entire body, and not just self-esteem. The modern clinic of cosmetic orthopedics and traumatology Ladisten successfully copes with genu varum deformity in patients from 36 countries and continues to help people.
Correcting true curvature of the legs
Crooked legs are a real tragedy for many women and men.
A lot of complexes, problems with choosing a wardrobe, joint pain due to imbalance in body proportions encourage people to decide on leg plastic surgery. When deformities arise due to structural features of the skeleton, we are talking about true curvature, so doctors have to deal with the correction of the legs by correcting the shape of the bones. Plastic surgery has been using an effective way to remove curvature of the legs for many years. It consists of using a special device that can change the bone structure and permanently eliminate curvature of the legs in adults. However, patients must be patient, since not in every case the curvature is cured immediately after surgery. Some people have to wear the device for several weeks to achieve positive results.
True curvature - 5 ways to correct it
Unlike false curvature of the legs, where efforts to eliminate it must be directed to working with muscles and fat deposits, true curvature is a deformation of the skeleton. And here we need more effective methods, with the involvement of medical specialists. What is offered for this today?
Surgery
There can be two options for orthopedic surgery:
Surgical intervention with installation of the Ilizarov apparatus on the shin bones.
10 days after installation, the process of bone correction begins, which consists of applying compression to the bone by regularly tightening the nuts for 1.5-2 months.
Use is recommended no earlier than 14 years of age. After removing the device, active physical activity is excluded for 4-6 weeks. This method can be called traditional, but, according to experts, its use gives the maximum result.
An operation in a plastic surgery clinic called cruroplasty.
It can be carried out using two methods - installation on the lower leg area, in the area of the calf muscle, corrective silicone implants of the required shape and size, and lipofilling, when a volume is formed in the same area of the legs from fat cells pumped out from the patient’s abdomen. The operation lasts an hour and a half, rehabilitation takes 1.5-2 months. The disadvantages include the fact that over time, implants can move on their own, distorting the shape of the leg, as well as a ban on playing sports.
Massage
As an independent measure, massage for correcting curvature of the legs is effective only for children under three years of age.
He can help adult patients only if the key to the problem with the limbs lies in the back area, and an experienced chiropractor has undertaken to eliminate the defect.
But still, massage remains an auxiliary measure; it is not able to completely eliminate bone deformation.
Pull-up machine
The principle of action is horizontal stretching of the spine and legs.
With regular exercise, it gradually relieves spasms and tension in bones and joints, restores blood circulation, and lengthens the limbs.
Correction belts
This device consists of three length-adjustable belts that grip the legs in three places.
In this position, you should perform a number of exercises described in the instructions.
Visual effect
A few little tricks will help ensure this.
Overlays.
Flesh-colored silicone corrector pads will help to visually correct the curvature and create the appearance of increasing the volume of the calves. They must be attached directly to the limb - on the inside, in the area of the calf muscle. After this, you can wear tight tights or skinny jeans.
The right clothes.
To hide crooked legs with clothes, your wardrobe needs straight classic trousers or jeans, straight-cut breeches, maxi or midi length skirts or dresses - flared and puffy, boots with a loose top and over the knee boots to wear with shorts or a short skirt.
Check out the photos below before and after correcting true curvature using various methods:
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True and false curvature of the legs: how to correct without harm to health
There are two types of true curvature of the legs. The curvature of the legs in the first type is O-shaped, and in the second type it is X-shaped. As for false curvature, in this case the bones are not deformed: the anatomical structure of the lower extremities is disrupted by disproportionate muscles. Surgeons eliminate this drawback by installing implants in the calves, without affecting the bone tissue during the intervention. To eliminate all of the above shortcomings, an operation is performed under general anesthesia, followed by a rehabilitation period. This means that there are certain conditions, taking into account which the doctor agrees or prohibits intervention.
Indications:
- the need to correct O-shaped curvature of the legs;
- hallux valgus (X-shaped) deformity of the legs
Contraindications:
- diseases of internal organs;
- malignant tumors;
- thrombophlebitis;
- obesity;
- dystrophy;
- diabetes;
- pregnancy or planning for it;
- age up to 18 years.
Exercises to correct X-legs
A simple set of exercises to make your legs straighter:
- walking on the outer part of the foot, on the knees;
- abduction of the limbs to the side with the foot stretched towards you;
- lunges left and right;
- squatting with a ball pressed between the thighs;
- static exercises;
- lying on your stomach, make a “butterfly”: connect your feet and spread your knees to the sides. Hold out for 5-10 minutes.
If you have an X-shaped defect, it is useful to go swimming or cycling.
How to correct bowed legs: surgical technique
Is it possible to permanently correct crooked legs, and how do surgeons do it? The intervention is as follows: the doctor uses the osteotomy method, when the bone is dissected through miniature incisions, and the method of dissection can be:
- full;
- incomplete;
- with a shift inward;
- with extension.
The hole length does not exceed 7 mm. Depending on the degree of X-shaped curvature or O-shaped deformity of the legs, the specialist decides whether to eliminate the defect directly during the operation or additionally install the Elizarov apparatus. In the latter case, knitting needles and rods equipped with screws are inserted into the bones. The structure will have to be worn for up to 3 months and the nuts will need to be periodically tightened to ensure that the bones fuse in the correct position. The process is monitored through regular x-rays. Correcting the curvature of the legs in the case of false curvature is fundamentally different from the above scheme and consists of sewing an implant under the calf muscle.
A set of exercises for correcting O-legs
The following activities will help you make your limbs straight:
- walking on the inner and outer sides of the foot, lifting on the toes and moving on the heels when lowering;
- running with high legs;
- squat;
- plie (socks and knees pointing in different directions);
- abduction to the side with one leg, alternately standing at a support, you can use a sports elastic band;
- raise straight legs one by one;
- placing each leg forward in turn with a squat (the weight shift should fall on the heel area);
- scissors exercise;
- reduction and connection of the limbs in a lying position.
Do gymnastics at least 3 times a week, after warming up the muscles with a warm-up.
Photos of the results
Any plastic surgery aims to change one's appearance for the better. In this regard, the most valuable source of information regarding the correction of crooked legs will be reviews and photos of patients who have already undergone plastic surgery and have the opportunity to demonstrate the effect. You will see for yourself that the very noticeable O-shaped curvature in the second photo taken after removing the device has been completely corrected, and the owner of straight legs will no longer experience physical and mental discomfort.
Exercises for hallux valgus
Sample list of activities:
- walking on the outer arches of the sole;
- knee walking;
- swing to the sides with pointed toes;
- side lunges;
- squat as low as possible with the ball against the wall;
- sitting in a “Turkish” position, press on the knee joints or try to reach them to the floor;
- lying on your stomach, bring your feet together and spread your legs to the sides.
All exercises should be performed several times a week. If you experience pain or other unpleasant sensations, you should report them to your doctor. After classes, it is useful to take a warm bath, adding essential oil to the water.
Rehabilitation period
Even the most modern methods for correcting crooked legs do not relieve the patient of responsibility, so treatment must be taken seriously. After osteotomy, it is necessary to stay in the hospital for 3 days: during this time, the patient is closely monitored by a doctor. Then you can return home, but be sure to visit the clinic for examination and dressings. But that’s not all: the most important step is tightening the nuts. The doctor will draw up a strict schedule for this procedure, and it should be strictly followed. For the first month you will have to walk carefully with the help of crutches, and only after this period is it possible to move independently. After another couple of months, the device is removed and the punctures begin to heal. Excessive physical activity is prohibited for six months after this. Don't worry about the scars: they will lighten and won't be visible.
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One month after surgery
2 months after surgery
Some useful tips for every day
If you are on the path to correcting false curvature of your legs, try to say goodbye to several bad habits:
- sleep on your stomach, because in this position the spine does not rest and a difference in the length of the limbs can form, but it is often quite insignificant. The effect of constantly sleeping on your stomach is the same as carrying a bag on one shoulder;
- cross your legs while sitting and cross your legs while standing;
- walking in high heels, which constantly keeps the muscles tense. The result is a deterioration in blood circulation and lymph flow, pain and swelling in the extremities, the development of varicose veins and the formation of cellulite.
Step by step - to the feet of your dreams.
Much that is a tragedy for us is perceived by others as something insignificant or even unnoticeable. Spectacular beautiful legs are the dream of every girl. But there are no people who do not have their own special beauty at all. Learn to correctly place accents in your appearance, be an interesting conversationalist and, of course, do not give up your dream of having beautiful legs. Even women after forty can correct defects. Go towards it step by step, achieve your goal using our tips and recommendations - and you will definitely succeed!
