Pain in the joints of the legs is a characteristic symptom of arthritis, arthrosis, osteochondrosis and other inflammatory diseases of the joints. Joint diseases are far from a rare occurrence today, especially among older people and this disease ranks second in terms of disability.
Such conditions can occur not only in older people, but also in young people. At risk include athletes, people whose professional activities involve heavy physical activity, people suffering from autoimmune joint diseases, overweight people, pregnant women, etc. Many do not attach any importance to pain, although they should take time for themselves and their health.
Why do the joints on my legs hurt? There may be several reasons. But, as a rule, periodic pain indicates the presence of inflammatory diseases of the musculoskeletal system. These can be acute conditions or exacerbations of chronic diseases.
During pregnancy, the joints of the legs usually hurt due to the increased load on them. Obese people are susceptible to diseases of the joints of the lower extremities, since their bones and joints are constantly under high stress and compression. The cartilage tissue of the joint quickly wears out, resulting in an inflammatory process. The condition is also aggravated by impaired metabolism, which is typical for people who are overweight.
In athletes, the joints of the arms and legs hurt from regularly repeated excessive stress. In older people, pain in the lower extremities is often a consequence of metabolic disorders, decreased collagen synthesis and destruction of collagen cartilage in the joint. The production of synovial fluid, which fills the joint cavity and reduces friction during movement, also decreases. Its qualitative composition also changes noticeably. As a result, the surfaces of the bones at the attachment points rub against each other, the inflammatory process begins and pain occurs.
Pain syndrome also accompanies autoimmune joint diseases - systemic lupus erythematosus and rheumatoid arthritis. They are characterized by impaired immune reactions, as a result of which the body produces antibodies that attack the cells and tissues of its own body, and in particular connective tissue cells. In this case, joint pain occurs periodically, the disease becomes chronic. Autoimmune diseases affect young people and even children.
Leg joints hurt due to osteochondrosis and osteoporosis, which is typical for women during menopause and is associated with hormonal imbalance and calcium metabolism.
On our website, we present the main joint diseases in sections, which you can familiarize yourself with:
What to do if your leg joints hurt? You should not neglect your health and self-medicate. Contact a specialist if you periodically have pain in your leg joints for a long time; treatment can only be prescribed by a doctor, having previously clarified the diagnosis. After all, as we have already found out, the causes of pain in the lower extremities are diverse, and different diseases require different approaches to treatment.
The choice of therapy depends on the diagnosis. Correct diagnosis is the key to successful treatment and speedy recovery.
The main therapeutic methods are as follows:
Nature has designed our body in such a way that almost any disruption in its functioning is signaled by the occurrence of pain. Therefore, recurring pain in the joints is a reason to consult a doctor. After all, timely treatment is a guarantee of your speedy recovery!
The causes of a rash on the joints can be skin diseases, pathological changes in the functioning of the endocrine system, and manifestations of diseases of the internal organs. It is more difficult to determine the nature of the rashes if they are present on the arms and legs. Do not neglect the problem that has arisen and wait for it to go away on its own. For any changes in the skin, you should definitely consult a doctor.
If the cause of the pathology is an allergic reaction, the irritating factor should be eliminated as soon as possible. Otherwise, arthritis will develop.
Rashes on the joints of the arms and legs can rise above the level of the skin, accompanied by itching and peeling. There are several forms of skin manifestations:
A rash on the legs and arms is formed due to the following factors:
Particular attention is paid to allergies when identifying the nature of the rash. Each person is individual and a pathological reaction can occur in response to any irritant: plant pollen, pet hair, cold, insect bite. Contact with chemicals and toxic substances can affect the condition of the skin. In people prone to allergies, rashes on the joints of the legs and arms become a consequence of the use of detergents and cosmetics.
Depending on the cause of the pathology, in addition to skin manifestations, the patient experiences the following symptoms:
The clinical picture allows for an accurate diagnosis. So, if a patient develops swelling and joint pain, the malaise is caused by arthrosis. If, in addition to the rash, the disease is accompanied by itching, which becomes stronger in the evening, infection with scabies mites is suspected. The formation of dense plaques on the skin that form a certain pattern may indicate lichen. High body temperature signals an infection and the development of an inflammatory process.
It is prohibited to treat the rash that has arisen with brilliant green on your own. This will prevent the doctor from seeing the characteristic features of the rash and making a diagnosis during the examination.
It is impossible to establish the cause of the disease without medical consultation. There are many types and manifestations of skin reactions, and each of them indicates a particular disease. During the examination, the doctor notes the characteristic features of skin lesions and conducts differential diagnostics. Pay attention to the following features:
It is important to collect anamnesis and see the entire clinical picture. The allergy manifests itself only locally. Increased temperature, fever, nausea are considered signs of infection. Joint pain indicates inflammatory processes in joints and ligaments. If it is difficult to determine the cause of the pathology, a skin scraping is taken to determine the causative agent of the disease and further treatment plan.
To normalize your skin condition at home, it is recommended to adhere to the following rules:
The treatment method depends on the cause of the joint rash:
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To improve the condition of the skin, it is recommended to take baths with the addition of essential oils of fir, rosemary and tea tree. It is useful to add medicinal herbs to water: flax, valerian, any pine needles, celandine. Bandages with Kalanchoe leaves have a beneficial effect on the skin. Traditional medicine should be used as a supplement to primary therapy, and only after consultation with the attending physician.