valgus
valgus
Definition
val·gus (val′gəs)
noun
- clubfoot in which the foot is turned outward
- any similar bent position, as of the knee or hip
Etymology: ModL < L, bowlegged < IE *wolg- < base *wel-, to turn > walk
adjective
- bent or twisted outward
- 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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