How to Correct Unstraight Legs?
To correct crooked legs, it is recommended to adjust walking posture and perform clamping exercises regularly. For more severe cases of leg curvature, it is advisable to combine the use of binding methods for correction.
1. Start by adjusting walking posture
People with O-shaped legs often walk with an outward-facing gait, which means that their toes point outward while walking. This results in the legs exerting outward force, causing the knees to be pushed apart. Over time, this can lead to the knees being unable to close properly when standing, resulting in an O-shaped leg appearance. Therefore, it is important to adjust walking posture by learning to place the center of gravity on the inner side of the legs. A good walking posture should involve standing upright, with the abdomen tightened and the back straight. The eyes should look straight ahead, the arms should be relaxed and swinging naturally at the sides of the body, and the toes should be slightly pointed outward or forward with even strides. Initially, it may feel awkward to adjust the walking posture, but it will become natural over time.
2. Remember to perform clamping exercises regularly
Whether waiting for a bus, working in the office, or watching television, it is important to remember to straighten the legs and clamp the knees tightly together. This can be done 3-5 times a day, for about 15 minutes each time. Not only does this help to correct the shape of the legs, but over time, it can also help to reduce the size of the thighs. For individuals with more severe leg curvature, such as knees that rotate outward, it is recommended to combine clamping exercises with binding methods for correction.
3. Binding methods for correction
3.1 Start by sitting on a chair with the legs together. Wrap an elastic rubber band or a long cloth band evenly around the legs below the knees and above the heels to help clamp them together.
3.2 If the binding material used is not elastic, place a towel on the inside of the heels and knees to avoid discomfort. Do not tie the binding too tightly during the first use.
3.3 Stand up after binding, ensuring that the body is upright with the head held high. Stand for about 15 minutes. If pain or numbness is felt in the feet during standing, it may indicate that the binding is too tight, and it should be undone and rebound.
3.4 Another exercise that can be performed is squatting and standing up while holding onto a railing or chair back. Repeat this action for about 15 minutes each time. Stand with the feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, with the toes slightly turned inward. Perform squatting and standing movements with the knees turned inward, without the need to fully squat down. Perform 20 repetitions in a set, and complete 2-4 sets daily. Stick to this routine for a month, and you will see results.
