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valgus Definition

val·gus (valgəs)

noun

  1. clubfoot in which the foot is turned outward
  2. any similar bent position, as of the knee or hip

Etymology: ModL < L, bowlegged < IE *wolg- < base *wel-, to turn > walk

adjective

  1. bent or twisted outward
  2. loosely knock-kneed

valgus Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • deformity: Less commonly, valgus deformity of the knee will be seen in association with lateral compartment osteoarthritis.
  • stress: The high demand athlete, ( valgus stress, gymnasts, baseball pitchers ).
  • heel: A valgus heel can also be corrected with surgery.
  • angle: Overall, hallux valgus angle was reduced by a mean of 11 degrees and intermetatarsal angle by a mean of 2 degrees.
  • position: And shoes that push the toes together, force the big toe into a hallux valgus position.
  • test: If there is hallux valgus test the MTP joint in the reduced position if possible.

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