What is Odari?

When viewed from the front, both legs are bent A state in which it appears to be bent in the shape of the letter 'O' , he says.
Professionally A condition in which the bones above and below the knee joint are spread outward is the cause.

in other words, When the bone structure itself, not the appearance, is bent outward This is the type of bridge that occurs.

core: The biggest determining factor of the leg is bone shape no see.

 

Why do bow legs appear?

Most of the legs are Formed naturally during the growth process without any specific cause It will work.

However, the following factors may be involved:

■ Genetic influences

• There is no conclusion yet as to whether there is a specific gene.

• but Cases where similar leg shapes appear in families is reported.

■ Lifestyle patterns during the growth period

• When I was young If you play soccer a lot (almost at a professional level) There are studies that show that the number of legs increases.

■ Specific diseases

Some diseases are Problems with the growth plate on the inside of the knee growing less It can cause the formation of a leg shape.

example:

• Blount's disease : The growth plate on the inside of the knee does not grow normally, so it gradually changes into an O-shape.

• Other diseases such as rickets It can also affect the shape of the bridge.

but Most of the common bow legs that we see occur naturally without any specific disease. do.

Is it possible to self-diagnose Odari?

■ Old method: Stand with your legs together and measure the distance between your knees.

This is the method used in orthopedic textbooks. Inaccurate as of now do.

• If you have a lot of fat on your thighs

• Depending on your body type
  Because the distance between your knees can vary greatly.

■ Accurate diagnosis: Based on X-ray

Currently Where does the line connecting the center of the hip joint and the center of the ankle pass through the knee on an X-ray? I judge it as such.

 

💡 reference:
It is rare for someone to pass exactly through the center of their knee, and on average it passes slightly inside (medial) the center.

 

Can it be corrected through stretching and exercise?

❌ Conclusion: Not correctable

Bow legs caused by bone shape cannot be corrected through stretching or exercise.

Why is it impossible?

• The cause is bone shape

• Bones do not change shape due to external forces.

• Excessive stretching can actually be Stretching and damage to the soft tissues around the joints

⚠️ caution: Excessive stretching may seem good temporarily, but it is not for the bones. As a result of the joints and soft tissues being stretched It may not be good.

 

Can it be corrected with insoles or corrective devices?

❌ Impossible

As an insole Cannot change bone shape .

 

As a real-life example,

• When taking 'before and after' photos Encourage them to put strength into their buttocks It is said that there were cases where it appeared as if the legs were attached.

• in other words, The actual bone structure has not changed .

Factors that determine leg shape

1. Bone shape (biggest influence)

2. Distribution of soft tissues such as fat and muscle

It is possible to improve the appearance, The fundamental structure does not change .

 

How much curvature does it have to be before you consider surgery?

■ There are no clear standards

The criteria for corrective surgery are applied differently from orthopedic and cosmetic perspectives. It will work.

 

✔ From a cosmetic standpoint

• Example: Knee center line

  • 0 degrees = ideal center

  • If it tilts inward, it is expressed as 1 degree, 2 degrees, 3 degrees...

• Some people feel discomfort even if their spine is bent by only 1 to 2 degrees.

• Some people don't care even if it's over 3 degrees.

→ Patient expectations are paramount
→ You must first determine whether you will be satisfied with the surgery.

 

✔ Orthopedic perspective (related to arthritis)

• The degree of bending In case of large size like 7~8 degrees

  • Even if it's for cosmetic purposes

  • It can create a leg shape that is advantageous in terms of preventing arthritis.

in other words, The view that even cosmetic surgery can help improve the knee environment in the long term no see.

 

Will the results of leg surgery last over time?

• If the bones heal well after bone correction surgery,

• Maintained by own bones Because it becomes

• Even as time passes Maintaining shape being

This is different from general cosmetic procedures. The characteristic that the basic structure does not change over time There is this.

 

Full Summary

■ What is Odari?

A condition in which the bone structure is bent outward.

■ Why does it happen?

Most of the time, there is no special reason.
Some diseases and growth-related exercise habits may be affected.

■ Is self-diagnosis possible?

Eyeballing is inaccurate.
An accurate diagnosis is made by checking the joint axis on an X-ray.

■ Can it be corrected with stretching and insoles?

Not correctable. Risk of soft tissue damage if forced.

■ How do you decide whether to have surgery?

There is no standard for degree, and it is judged comprehensively based on cosmetic expectations + degree of curvature + future joint environment.