<P> Genu valgum , commonly called `` knock - knee '' , is a condition in which the knees angle in and touch each other when the legs are straightened . Individuals with severe valgus deformities are typically unable to touch their feet together while simultaneously straightening the legs . The term originates from the Latin genu , `` knee '' , and valgus which actually means bent outwards , but in this case , it is used to describe the distal portion of the knee joint which bends outwards and thus the proximal portion seems to be bent inwards . For citation and more information on uses of the words Valgus and Varus , please visit the internal link to - varus . </P>
<P> Genu valgum , commonly called `` knock - knee '' , is a condition in which the knees angle in and touch each other when the legs are straightened . Individuals with severe valgus deformities are typically unable to touch their feet together while simultaneously straightening the legs . The term originates from the Latin genu , `` knee '' , and valgus which actually means bent outwards , but in this case , it is used to describe the distal portion of the knee joint which bends outwards and thus the proximal portion seems to be bent inwards . For citation and more information on uses of the words Valgus and Varus , please visit the internal link to - varus . </P>
the diagnostic term genu varum ( knees are in the varus position ) means
the diagnostic term genu varum ( knees are in the varus position ) means
knees angle in and touch each other when the legs are straightened
knees angle in and touch each other when the legs are straightened