Genu Recurvatum: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Genu recurvatum is a deformity in the knee joint. It can have significant consequences for mobility. What is genu recurvatum? Genu is the Latin name for the knee, and recurvatum means bent back or backward. Accordingly, the term genu recurvatum is used to describe a deformity in the knee joint that is characterized by hyperextension. … Genu Recurvatum: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment