How are bow legs diagnosed?

How are bow legs diagnosed?

Your child’s healthcare provider will do a physical exam and ask about your child’s medical history. But if your child is under 2 years old, your child’s healthcare provider probably won’t do any further tests. Rather, they’ll want to watch the bowing and make sure it resolves on its own as your child grows.

If your child is older than 2, your child’s healthcare provider may measure your child’s legs and watch him or her walk. They may order imaging tests such as X-rays to view the bones in your child’s legs and knees. They may order blood tests to determine whether the bow legs are being caused by a condition such rickets.

Your child’s healthcare provider may refer your child to a doctor who specializes in bones (orthopaedic specialist).