valgus

[ val-guhs ]

noun

, plural val·gus·es.

1. an abnormally turned position of a part of the bone structure of a human being, especially of the leg.

adjective

1. of or in such a position; bowlegged, knock-kneed, or the like.

valgus

/ ˈvælɡəs /

adjective

1. pathol denoting a deformity in which the distal part of a limb is displaced or twisted away from the midline of the body See hallux valgus

Word History and Origins

Origin of valgus¹

1790–1800; < Latin: knock-kneed

Word History and Origins

Origin of valgus¹

C19: from Latin: knock-kneed

Example Sentences

“This would allow me to treat refugees with minor disabilities, flat feet or hallux valgus toes, or people with diabetes who need soft soles,” he said.

From New York Times

Only 6% of those buried between the 11th and 13th Centuries had bunions - or hallux valgus - in which the big toe angles outward and a bony protrusion forms at its base.

From BBC

The medical term for bunions is hallux valgus.

From US News

A bunion, also known as hallux valgus, is a painful deformity that develops at the base of the big toe.

From New York Times

“I had never met a patient who asked for a hallux valgus correction with osteotomy and screw fixation,” he said.

From New York Times