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Coxa Vara

Definition:
Alteration of the angle made by the axis of the femoral neck to the axis of the femoral shaft so that the angle is less than 135 degrees; the femoral neck becomes more horizontal
Symptoms:
  • Shortened leg
  • Limping with gait
Causes:
  • Congenital
  • Bone disorder
  • Injury
  • Fracture
Treatment:
  • ROM and stretching exercises
  • Hip stabilization exercises
  • Lower extremity strengthening exerciss