Knee deformity correction procedures like High Tibial Osteotomy (HTO) and Distal Femoral Osteotomy (DFO) are surgical techniques used to realign the leg and correct varus (bow-legged) or valgus (knock-kneed) deformities. These deformities can cause uneven wear on the knee joint, leading to pain and arthritis, especially in younger or active patients.
The goal of these surgeries is to redistribute weight-bearing forces across the knee joint, reduce pain, slow joint degeneration, and preserve the natural knee.