Can knock knees be fixed without surgery and what are the best home exercises to correct them I'm worried about my condition and want to know if natural treatments actually work

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Yes, knock knees can be fixed by doing exercises that strengthen the muscles around the hips, thighs, and knees. These exercises, such as wall squats, leg raises and lying abduction, can help correct the alignment by improving muscle balance and joint stability.

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What are some non-surgical ways to fix knock knees? I've been looking for treatments but haven't found anything solid yet and really don't want to consider surgery. Are there exercises or braces that actually work?

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