Dr. Rick's Monthly Question

June 2003

Question:

What are the causes of pigeon toes?

Answer:

Pigeon toes are caused by two factors: (1) internal torsion of the bones of the legs or hip joint and (2) tightness of the internal rotator muscles of the legs.
See also this month's article for more information and treatment suggestions.

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