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Femoral angle of torsion

A

Inc= anterversion
- At birth–> 30 deg
- Adult–> 8-15 deg

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Femoral anteversion

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  • Medial femoral torsion
  • Squinting patella
  • Lateral patellar subluxation/PFPS
  • Increased Q-angle
  • Toeing-in
  • External tibial torsion
  • Toeing-in

Functionally
- W sit position as a child
- Awkward running with tripping

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Femoral retroversion

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  • Lateral femoral torsion
  • Decreased Q-angle
  • Medial tibial torsion
  • Toeing-out

Functionally:
- Baby supine: legs ER with baby toes touching the bed
- Late walker as a child
- Dec push-off during gait
- Dec balance
- Dec interest in participating in sport

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