Would inner knee liposuction help my genetic knock knees? (Photo)

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My knock knees have always driven me nuts. I look like a newborn horse, they rub together when when I walk and they make my calves look smaller than they are. My aunt had the same knees and had hers corrected with a surgical procedure that I THINK included liposuction, but I don't know for sure. Unfortunately she passed away so I can't ask her. Any suggestions and approximate estimated cost appreciated!

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

We can try lipo and also fat transfer to the other side of the knee. I personally treated patients with knock knees with liposculpture with very satisfying results.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question regarding whether knee liposuction would help genetically knock knees. Thank you for your history and pictures. Suppose you have excess skin and fat on the interior portion of your knee. Knee liposuction will help. Liposuction is geared toward removing fat. Liposuction does not alter skin or underlying bone. You may need an orthopedic evaluation if genetics predisposes you to "knock knees" or genuvalugemion. Though if you have excess fat on the inner portion of your knee, liposuction may help. I suggest you follow up with a board-certified plastic surgeon experienced in liposuction. Thank you for your question regarding whether knee liposuction would help genetically knock knees. 
Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @lohaus1010, thank you for your question. Knee liposuction would help to improve the apearance of the knees. However it does not correct a genetic trade. While liposuction can help remove excess fat from the inner knee area, it does not address the underlying skeletal alignment issues that cause knock knees. It's important l to consult with an orthopedic specialist who can evaluate your specific condition and recommend the most appropriate treatment plan. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP).

David Hansen, MD · Answer

Liposuction of the knees is an easy and valuable way to look better for roughly $5000.  It is done under local and you are back to work in 1 day.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Liposuction can be used to remove excess fat from the inner knee but will not change your skeletal structure.

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