Moloimet says he “would like to start a dairy farm” when he grows up. Our medical partner describes Moloimet as being very reserved and thoughtful, always observing other children before he joins in.
This 13-year-old undoubtedly has a bright future ahead of him, but “knock knees,” a condition which prevents him from walking or running normally, threatens to slow him down. He also has an abnormal weight transmission on his knees that will cause early osteoarthritis of the knees if not treated. Moloimet needs treatment for this condition to avoid the pain of osteoarthritis, improve his joint function, and enable him to live an active life.
For $555, we can pay for a bilateral distal femoral osteotomy and long leg casts that will restore proper weight transmission through Moloimet’s knees. This will prevent early osteoarthritis and allow him to work towards fulfilling his dream of becoming a dairy farmer!