I'm 19 and have bow legs which my friends tease me about. I really want to straighten them naturally through exercises instead of surgery are there any options that could help me?

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Kamran Mohammed

General Practitioner

MBBS
FIDM
5+ Yrs

Consult Now

While exercises and stretches can help strengthen muscles and improve alignment, they won't change the shape of your bones, which is the root cause of bow legs. Surgery (osteotomy) is generally the only way to correct the bone alignment in adults. However, strengthening exercises and stretches can help manage symptoms and improve overall leg health

Dr. Kamran Suggests...

Consult a Orthopaedician

Find a Orthopaedician

Answered 14/08/2025

More Orthopaedics Health Queries

View all

My MRI shows a complete tear in the posterior horn and body of the lateral meniscus, along with a Schatzker type 3 lateral tibial plateau fracture and joint effusion. I don't have pain or locking, just a bit of swelling do I really need surgery for this?

It's difficult to say definitively whether you need surgery without a thorough examination by an orthopedic specialist. However, a complete tear in the lateral meniscus, along with a Schatzker type 3 tibial plateau fracture, usually necessitates surgical intervention. While the lack of pain and locking might be a positive sign, the tibial plateau fracture itself often requires surgical fixation.

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

I had ACL reconstruction surgery with a hamstring autograft and my femoral side was fixed using an endobutton. Are there any potential side effects from the metal in the endobutton, and can it be removed later if needed?

ortho opinion is advised to the patient.

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

I had an accident last week and broke the middle finger on my right hand attached the x-ray. My consultant recommended surgery, but I'm unsure if it's necessary. What do you think? Are there other options or risks I should know about?

hand reconstructive surgery is advised,ortho opinion is advised.

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Health Articles for you

View all

Arthritis

Weight Management Guide for Arthritis Prevention

Discover how maintaining a healthy weight can help prevent arthritis, reduce joint strain, and improve overall mobility.

Spine Fractures

Guide to Fragile Patient Broken Spine Regains Painless Movement Within 24

Learn how fragile patients can regain painless movement within 24 hours after a spinal fracture. Explore modern pain management, minimally invasive procedures, and rapid recovery strategies.

General Medical Consultation

Understanding Elbow Joint Pain Causes and Treatments

Explore the causes of elbow joint pain, from overuse injuries to arthritis. Learn about common symptoms, diagnostic methods, and effective treatments to relieve pain and restore function.

$bone fracture$

Bone Fracture

What Leads To Signs Of Bone Fracture Types

Discover the causes and recognize the key signs of different bone fracture types, including stress, compound, and hairline breaks. Learn when to seek urgent medical care.

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Understanding Spinal Cord Injury Healing, Current Treatment Strategies and Advancements.

Learn more about spinal cord injury (SCI), its causes, and the complexities of spinal cord injury healing. Understand the possibility of healing SCI and the latest advancements in medical research.

Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.