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There are probably millions of simple, elderly and not entirely healthy women like me in our country. Each of them has hypertension, diabetes, or some other disease. Or even several. The doctors diagnosed me with hallux valgus, or, in popular parlance, a “bone” or “bump” on the big toe. Both my grandmother and mother suffered from it. Mom even had surgery. So this is hereditary for me. And in her youth she loved to show off in narrow pumps with high stiletto heels.
At 54 years old, I have hallux valgus, which was previously only corrected by surgery.
The disease progressed quite quickly. At first this lump just gave me discomfort on my leg. Then I started to get very sick. Due to the fact that the big toe began to bend inside the foot, he began to push the second, which began to rise up and rest against the top of the toe of the shoe. And a painful callus formed at the bottom of my foot. And by the age of 54, I could no longer walk in my shoes at all! My legs felt like they were in a red-hot vice.
My husband, who is a hunter and a jack of all trades, even had to sew something like bast boots out of leather for me. I wore them, fortunately I live in a village and work at the post office. No one can see my legs there. But still, even after a short walk, my legs hurt terribly. Can you imagine a rural woman who cannot stand on her feet for long? After all, the entire farm, all these chickens and geese, are all on me. And my mother, after surgery on her feet, still couldn’t walk for a long time, and I had to take care of her. I also loved to go hunting with my husband. What a hunt this has become... In general, the damned disease ruined everything for me! It’s good that my daughter-in-law started helping, otherwise I wouldn’t know what I was doing.
I went to the regional center, Tomsk. There the doctor looked and looked at my legs and said that there is nothing that can be done and that I need to have surgery if I want to walk. Otherwise, I had already developed chronic bursitis of the thumb (inflammation) and arthrosis began to develop.
Due to severe pain in my leg, even the wonderful nature of our Siberian region ceased to please me. Gradually the walks faded away.
I left the doctor and cried. After all, my mother was treated in the same hospital. How many times did she go to them for physical therapy? How much money did you bring? All to no avail. And then the operation was performed. It became, of course, easier. But the pain still remained. And she still can’t walk much.
But there is nothing to do. We started collecting money for the operation. Without her, I wouldn't be able to walk at all. But one morning my son comes into my room and starts reading from his phone. It turns out that he found an article on the Internet in which it is written that special orthopedic socks have been invented, they are called “ValgoSocks”. They are placed on the foot and, thanks to a special design, they straighten the compressed and curved soft parts of the main joint of the big toe, and also correct the developing curvature. And people write that in a month or two, they were able to straighten their finger, remove this damned bump and do without surgery! Can you imagine!!
My son immediately ordered these socks on the Internet. A week later I was able to wear them. They are made of some kind of elastic soft material. Easy to attach to the leg. They have pockets for the thumb and little toe, and a Velcro pad on top that tightens the foot. The tightening force can be adjusted. They have a belt at the back to secure the heel (like sandals).
As soon as I put them on, I felt that my feet began to hurt less, since the toes were fixed.
I quote how it works:
The ValgoSocks have two fastenings for the deformed toe and little toe, as well as a belt for the back of the foot, thereby creating a single power structure with which the amount of force is regulated. By putting on this sock you create an initial effort. This sock does not interfere with wearing shoes, so you can use it constantly. Under the influence of constant force, the finger gradually begins to return to its original state. It is only necessary to compensate for this alignment in time (usually once every 3-4 days) by changing the position of the metatarsal pad.
A week later, the pain had practically disappeared, and I was able to tighten my leg a little more. A week later even more. A month later I was able to put on my favorite shoes again. At first it was a little uncomfortable, but after two weeks, gradually tightening the pad on my foot, I was almost able to straighten my big toe and remove the bunion! And within a month I completely got rid of hallux valgus!
The result of 2 months of treatment with ValgoSocks
Some recommendations for wearing ValgoSocks. Don't wear them all the time. Take it off at night. Give your leg a rest! Tighten your foot gradually. Wearing should be comfortable! Treatment with ValgoSocks is almost painless!
Six months have passed since recovery. I can walk freely again, run the household, go hunting and take care of my grandchildren.
After recovery, I lived a full life - I started hunting again with my husband
Still, what a blessing it is to be healthy! Thanks to the developers of ValgoSocks!
To get rid of a bunion, various types of treatment are recommended, from conservative to surgery, but is it possible to cure a bunion at home? Yes, this is real; in the initial stages, treatment with traditional methods brings tangible results. Folk remedies can also be used for preventive purposes. To get rid of bones, various methods are used, for example: compresses, infusions, decoctions, massage, yoga, ointments, heating and lotions.
Treating a stone with honey is one of the most progressive folk remedies for getting rid of a stone at home. The following methods are used for treatment with honey:
To relieve inflammation and swelling with folk remedies, it is recommended to use various types of lotions, such as:
To relieve pain and resolve the bone at home, you need to use ointments. Traditional medicine has the following recipes for preparing healing ointments.
Ointment made from eggs and fish oil. To prepare, mark one chicken egg in 12 percent apple cider vinegar (to dissolve the shell) for a week. As soon as the egg is ready, punch the diaper and mix the contents with 250 grams of fish oil and 10 grams of iodine until smooth. The ointment should be rubbed in morning and evening
Your saliva can also serve as an ointment. To do this, wash your feet in the morning and dry them. Next, rub in the hungry saliva for fifteen minutes. Then put on a wool sock. After an hour, remove the sock and apply antiseptic cream to your finger. It is important not to consume food or water before applying saliva.
Mix 50 grams of iodine with five aspirin tablets until smooth. Next, rub this remedy into the joint three times a day for two weeks.
An ointment based on shark oil is prepared as follows: mix 200 grams of shark oil with 30 grams of propolis and 15 grams of garlic until smooth. This ointment should be rubbed in three times a day for a month.
To strengthen the immune system and improve general condition, it is recommended to use infusions and decoctions. For proper preparation, use the following folk recipes.
An infusion of golden mustache leaves is extremely easy to make; to do this, take a small leaf and pour boiling water over it. Leave it until it cools down. This infusion should be consumed three times a day.
To prepare a propolis infusion in 200 grams of boiled water, add 100 grams of crushed propolis. Next, heat the infusion in a steam bath for an hour. Then strain and let it brew for six hours. Take 50 grams morning and evening. The infusion should be stored in a dark glass container in a cool place.
An infusion of hawthorn and oak bark should be made as follows: grind three parts of oak bark and mix with two parts of dried hawthorn fruits. Pour two tablespoons of the mixture into a glass and pour boiling water over it. Leave until completely cooled. Should be consumed three times a day before meals.
To prepare a decoction of banana peels, add 20 grams of dried chamomile to two liters of water and bring to a boil. Then place one fresh banana peel in boiling water and boil for ten minutes. Leave the broth until completely cooled, then strain and remove the peel. Drink a glass twice a day.
A decoction of golden mustache leaves and propolis. To prepare, grind two parts of golden mustache leaves and mix with one part of propolis. Fill with cold water and cook for an hour. Afterwards, steep the broth for five hours and strain. Store in the refrigerator for no more than three days. Take one tablespoon twice a day for a week.
Add two teaspoons of sugar and two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar to a glass of boiled water, then stir until completely dissolved. This remedy should be taken three times a day after meals for two weeks.
Yoga will help prevent the development of bones, develop the joint and relieve pain. By performing the complex for a month, the size of the bone will begin to decrease. You can perform a set of exercises for preventive purposes, as well as to prevent relapses.
The set of exercises begins with warming up the joints. To begin, walk around with your feet spread outward in different directions. You should walk for five minutes. Then walk with your feet inward, also for five minutes, it is important that your knees touch. Repeat this exercise three to four times. Next Alternately walk on the inside and outside of the foot, ten minutes in both directions. Then begin rolling movements in place from heels to toes. It is important to climb as high as possible. Do ten rolls. This concludes the warm-up.
The following exercise is performed while sitting. Bend the right one back, placing it to your right. In this case, the knees should touch. Then throw your legs back and begin to slowly lower yourself onto your back. After you reach the floor, lie in this state for 30 seconds, then rise. Repeat the same exercise for your left leg.
Next, sit cross-legged and place your feet on your knees. In this position, bend forward, backward and to the sides. The exercise should be repeated three times. Then lean your heels and back against the wall and perform fifteen squats.
To complete the complex, stand on one leg. Bend your other leg at the knee, grab your shin with your hands and start shaking. The foot should be completely relaxed. Once fatigue begins to subside, switch legs. Then lie on your back with your legs resting against the wall at a 90-degree angle. Stay in this position for 10 – 20 minutes. This is where the complex ends.
To consolidate the healing effect and fix the bone in the correct position, it is recommended to use orthopedic correctors. It is also useful to perform yoga in combination with water procedures.
Treatment with folk remedies for bunions is possible only in the early stages of the disease. These methods are also great for prevention. In order to find out what stage of the disease you have, and to prevent surgical removal of the bone, contact your doctor and begin early treatment.
Are your legs getting tired quickly? Does your big toe bone hurt? I want to appear taller, but running in heels all day is hard.
Recently I started to feel complex and gained 5 kg. “Yes, it even suits you!” - friends assure. Maybe. But, to be honest, I am more concerned about completely different things. Until recently, in a hurry to get to work, I could easily climb the escalator stairs in the subway or run to catch up with a bus that was about to leave. Now it’s hard. But how to lose weight? Diets and the gym are not for me.
Pregnant women often complain of pain in their legs when their tummy has become fairly rounded. This is natural - the center of gravity of the body shifts forward, which means the load on the limbs is redistributed. Excessive pressure is experienced not only by the feet, but also by the ankle, knee, and hip joints. During this period, the risk of developing flat feet (and its progression, if it already exists) also increases, since hormones have a “softening” effect on the connective tissue of the tendons and ligaments of the foot.
To reduce the risk, orthopedic doctors advise expectant mothers to wear special insoles for pregnant women, which protect the foot from overload. In addition, they reduce pain, help relieve leg fatigue, and absorb shock loads on the knee, hip joints and spine.
Once in a pharmacy, while waiting for the client in front to be served, I looked at the display case with “health products.” My gaze came across a strange thing - insoles for weight loss. Well well! “And how can this work?” – I skeptically asked the pharmacist-seller. “According to the principle of therapeutic massage,” she answered. – There are special “tubercles” on the insoles, which are located where the active points of the foot are located. Put them in your shoes, the main thing is that they fit snugly to your feet, and take an energetic walk for half an hour twice a day, and an hour on weekends.”
This didn’t really convince me, but why not try this kind of reflexology, since I still walk the dog every day. The first time I couldn’t stand it for half an hour - the unusual sensations seemed uncomfortable. But I got used to it in a week, I’ve been walking like this for a month now. And what is the result? Minus 3.5 kg.
This problem is familiar to many: the legs begin to get tired when walking or if you have to stand for a long time. The most common cause of this problem is flat feet. Actually, nature has thought out how to insure us against this. Powerful ligaments and muscles should form three arches of the foot: two longitudinal (internal and external) and one transverse. Due to this “engineering solution,” the foot plays the role of a shock absorber: the load on it when walking, as well as on all supporting joints and the spine, is reduced.
But deviations from the norm are too common. Often, certain “defects” - for example, congenital connective tissue deficiency - are inherited from our mother or father. In childhood, a lot can be corrected - stimulation of muscles and ligaments is needed, but, unfortunately, often no one pays serious attention to this. And then - more. Excess weight, sedentary work, women's love of high heels... And flat feet progresses. Little by little, unnoticeably. Over time, pain in the legs appears, but this is only the “first bell”. Since flat feet disrupt the coordinated work of all elements of a smart design, the spine also suffers - osteochondrosis, disc herniations, and radiculitis often begin with flat feet.
Of course, it is almost impossible to “remake” an adult’s foot. But getting rid of suffering and reducing the risk of dangerous consequences for the entire musculoskeletal system is quite possible: there are special orthopedic insoles for this.
Buying them now is not a problem both in pharmacies and in specialized stores. But orthopedic doctors recommend making them to order. And not only because flat feet can be different (longitudinal, transverse). For them to work effectively, it is very important to take into account the individual characteristics of the foot. The ideal option for their selection is computer diagnostics of the foot.
Orthopedic doctors recommend such a study for anyone who has foot problems. It is done today in clinics and specialized orthopedic centers. The procedure is simple. Having taken off your shoes, you stand, as if on a scale, on a platform, under the surface of which there are many sensors hidden, reflecting the pressure of the foot on every square centimeter. The data is transferred to a computer, where it is processed using a special program. The doctor sees on the monitor the patient’s foot print, divided into many squares of one color or another. In a certain zone, squares of the same color “accumulate”; however, “spots” of other colors can also be “interspersed” in them. This is what the general picture of specific violations looks like.
The computer accurately calculates the degree of their severity, deviations from the normal distribution of load on the soles of the feet, etc. And then the optimal design of orthopedic insoles for the patient is modeled, according to which they are made.
People who suffer from this serious disease sometimes develop the so-called diabetic foot syndrome: various foot deformations occur, leading to increased pressure on the arch of the foot. As a result, thickening, keratinization of the skin, corns, and ulcers that do not heal for a long time are formed.
First of all, an endocrinologist deals with the treatment of this problem. The therapy is complex, and often, along with medications, the patient is referred for consultation to an orthopedic doctor, who recommends wearing special orthopedic insoles to correct developed foot deformities and improve blood microcirculation. Naturally, they should only be made to order, since in addition to supporting the foot, they must minimize the mechanical impact of the shoe in order to avoid damage to the skin. Therefore, such insoles are made from special materials with a special soft coating.
Another common consequence of flat feet is hallux valgus, which women usually call a “bunion.” This occurs due to displacement of the head of the first metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe. The more the first toe deviates towards the others, the more noticeable the deformity becomes, and over time leads to inflammation in the area of the joint capsule, which causes noticeable pain while walking.
Often, if the disease is advanced, the only way to solve the problem is surgery. But not everyone will decide to do it. In addition, the process of complete rehabilitation requires at least six months. Therefore, you need to start fighting the “bones” not when they have already become a serious problem, but as soon as you notice the first alarming signs.
Of course, the process cannot be reversed, but it can be slowed down for many years. An orthopedic doctor can prescribe therapeutic exercises, manual therapy and insoles, which help to correctly distribute the load on the foot when walking, and which will have to be worn constantly.
In addition, there are other orthopedic products that help combat deformity. For example, a night corrector (you can’t walk around in it!). This is a plastic splint with polyurethane foam pads and Velcro fastener. At night, the thumb is pulled into the correct position (as far as possible), in which the plastic frame holds it. Soft internal linings reduce pain and make treatment comfortable. Every evening the tension is gradually increased.
During the day, you can use special silicone finger separators, silicone thumb pads, etc. Your doctor will tell you what to choose.
The appearance of bunions on the legs
Have you noticed that you are uncomfortable wearing your favorite shoes (learn about how to choose sneakers)? Are you experiencing pain in your legs? Has the appearance of your foot changed and was it deformed by a bone appearing on the side? All this is not a reason to panic, however, it’s time for you to pay attention to your health. And, today on the pages of our website we will look at the problem of the appearance of such bunions on the legs, learn about the reasons for their appearance, consider treatment methods and, of course, talk about methods of preventing such a disease.
A bunion or valgus deviation of the big toe is the name of the problem that has the symptoms we described above. As a rule, such a bone on the legs is an unpleasant and unsightly addition to such an orthopedic problem as flat feet. Such bunions appear as a result of deformation of the big toe. And when they become inflamed, they begin to grow and bulge. Outwardly, the bone looks like a small bump that is located under the skin. As a result of its appearance, you can no longer put on your favorite “pumps”, and long-term walking becomes a problem for you (and, do you know about the benefits of walking in the fresh air?).
As a result of weakened ligaments of the foot, and increasing load on the foot and toe, the bone grows even more. Uncomfortable shoes and intense physical activity also contribute to such irreversible processes.
However, congenital flat feet are not the only reason for the appearance of such bones on the legs. As a result of wearing uncomfortable – too tight shoes, poor diet, genetic and hereditary diseases, as well as past infections (as a complication), a previously healthy person may suddenly begin to grow bones on his feet. As a rule, at first it is not too noticeable, but when pain appears and the bone is already sticking out, it is much more difficult to cope with this disease.
By the way, very often the appearance of a bone and its cause are confused with other diseases, so in particular, it can be a symptom of gout. That is why it is very important not to independently diagnose yourself and prescribe treatment, but to seek advice from a doctor, undergo a series of examinations and only then begin treatment for a specific diagnosis.
And, here again, we, dear ladies, are unlucky. Women are at increased risk of encountering this problem. AND,
only for every ten lovely ladies there is 1 man suffering from this disease.
Scientists tried to find out why and they managed to find out that the reason for this is the imbalance of hormones that a woman experiences during menstruation and menopause, as well as the love of the fair half of humanity for beautiful, but not comfortable shoes. This is the price for heels, pointed socks and other shoe “pleasures”.
At the same time, women are at risk of developing hallux valgus when they reach 40 years of age. It is during this period that certain disruptions occur in the female body and many functions decline and are inhibited.
However, there are cases where the disease was diagnosed in adolescents and young adults.
The stages of development of this disease primarily depend on how deformed the big toe is. And doctors determine the degree of its curvature during fluoroscopy. In total, there are 4 stages of the disease and we will tell you about them in more detail.
The initial stage of the disease, which is characterized by a slight curvature of less than 20 degrees, which is visible to the naked eye. At the same time, no symptoms of pain have yet been observed and the patient simply experiences inconvenience and discomfort when putting on narrow and tight shoes or walking or standing for a long time.
The secondary stage of the disease, which is characterized by the appearance of a finger curvature angle of 20-30 degrees, therefore, there is no constant pain yet, however, mild pain appears that quickly passes if you give your legs the opportunity to rest.
The disease is in full swing. The angle of displacement of the toe can be from 30 to 50 degrees, and in the places where the bone comes into contact with the shoe, severe pain occurs, and the joint seems to freeze in a deformed position. The pain is paroxysmal in nature and most often occurs when the patient walks or stands for a long time.
The most difficult stage of the disease, which is characterized by the fact that the angle of displacement is already more than 50 degrees. Attacks of pain occur not only during movement, but also when the leg is at rest. In addition to the bone, calluses also appear on the leg, compaction in the joint area, the bones themselves grow, and an inflammatory process occurs in the joints. The patient suffers from constant attacks of pain, which require not only pain relief with medication, but also surgery to remove the bones.
We have already written above that the appearance of bunions can be not only an independent disease, but also a concomitant symptom of arthritis, gout and a number of joint diseases. That is why it is very important to accurately establish a diagnosis and prescribe an adequate course of treatment. To do this, an x-ray is taken, the patient is examined by an orthopedist, surgeon and traumatologist, and only after that an accurate diagnosis is made.
Today, there are several methods for treating bunions, however, all of them are suitable for the first 3 stages of the disease, and their effectiveness increases if an integrated approach to treatment is used. Unfortunately, for stage 4 disease there is only one way out - surgery.
If you notice that bones are forming on your legs, you should exclude from your diet all those foods that can provoke and cause inflammatory processes in the joints and irritate them. These are meat products, fried, broths with hot spices, legumes, flour products with a lot of cream. You should also take additional vitamins C, E and A.
To prevent and treat bunions on your feet, you should definitely wear comfortable shoes made of genuine leather. You will have to give up tight models, with pointed toes and high heels, as this causes additional stress on the foot and on your sore joint, on the muscles and ligaments of the foot deformed by the bones.
The maximum height of heels for you is no more than 4 centimeters.
As for socks and tights, they should be made of natural materials so that the leg does not feel constrained and can breathe.
To prevent and treat bunions on the feet, it is also recommended to do special exercises.
With foot massage, you can improve blood flow and activate metabolic processes in the body, relax muscles and relieve tension from them, ligaments and tendons. Find out all about the benefits of massage.
Physiotherapy procedures have proven themselves well in the treatment of hallux valgus - in particular, mud baths, ultrasound, electrophoresis, and special baths. All this helps your legs relax, improves blood flow in them, and nourishes the muscles in the legs with useful substances. Your orthopedist will recommend which physiotherapy procedure is best for you.
To relieve inflammation in the joints and reduce attacks of pain, you may also be prescribed special anti-inflammatory drugs - tablets, creams, ointments, patches, gels or injections. With the help of such medications you can get rid of pain, and they are applied either topically or to the foot area.
Such bones, as a rule, are usually removed already at the 4th stage of the disease, after which the rehabilitation process takes place, and the person forever forgets about this problem and can even wear narrow shoes. With the help of such an intervention, the curved shape of the fingers is completely eliminated and they are fixed in the correct position. The sutures after such an operation are removed on the 4-5th day, and the rehabilitation period takes up to 2 weeks.
The only contraindication is heels, which should not be worn even after surgery. The maximum permissible heel height is 4-6 centimeters, but no more, since a relapse of the disease is possible.
However, such operations cannot be performed on people suffering from obesity, poor blood clotting, diabetes mellitus, varicose veins, cardiovascular diseases, and thrombophlebitis.
This is what an orthopedic splint looks like
An alternative to surgery and the only radical treatment method in the case of contraindications to surgery may be the treatment option using orthopedic splints. They allow you to correct the position of the joint and fix it in the correct position. Long-term wearing of such a splint allows you to restore the normal shape of the foot without surgery. Such splints are also called valgus, however, and they are used both at the 1st and 4th stages of the disease; it is recommended to wear them after surgery to secure the correct position of the foot.
This splint is placed on the big toe of the sore foot and secures it in the correct position. This helps in the future to avoid arthritis, joint inflammation and deformation. Splints can be applied to both legs if necessary; they do not interfere with walking. True, you need to start wearing them for several hours so that the leg gets used to it, and then take it off so that the leg can rest. Over time, the time the splints are worn increases and they are not removed even at night. Such regularity gives good results and allows you to count on recovery.
Traditional medicine also has a number of its own remedies for the treatment of bunions. These are all kinds of compresses (including clay ones), rubbing, salt baths (they prevent the growth of bones); it is recommended to apply an iodine mesh to the formed bones...
A healthy lifestyle, proper nutrition, comfortable shoes, foot exercises and your positive attitude - all this will prevent the appearance of bunions on your feet. If you do develop such bones, it is very important to start treatment in a timely manner and use an integrated approach for this.
Video recommendations for treating bunions on the feet
Today we talked about such a problem as bunions or valgus deviation of the big toe. We managed to learn about the causes of this disease, treatment methods, and also how to prevent the appearance of bunions. We hope our tips and recommendations will help you maintain the health and beauty of your feet.
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Since the permissible length of skirts no longer interfered with the view of the legs, a woman’s legs are considered one of the main components of her beauty. Therefore, any problem with the legs is taken to heart by the fairer sex. And this part of the body has a lot of problems. Varicose veins and heel spurs, problematic skin and increased hair growth, calluses and corns - all these changes threaten the beauty of our feet. A special group of foot diseases is represented by flat feet and its complication, known as “bunions” or valgus deviation of the big toe - this problem will be discussed in our article.
Mistaken by many people for a manifestation of gout, salt deposits or deforming arthrosis, a lump that forms at the base of the big toe, in the vast majority of cases has nothing to do with these diseases. The main reason for the formation of “bunions” is transverse flatfoot – a deformation of the foot associated with insufficient strength of the ligamentous apparatus. Transverse flatfoot develops in childhood and, if the rules leading to a rational distribution of the load on the foot and strengthening its arch are not followed, it progresses with age, gradually turning into a serious problem. One of the complications of uncompensated transverse flatfoot is the deformation of the big toe, which deviates towards the 2nd toe, bends, and its base protrudes on the inside of the foot in the form of a bump or bone. This change on the side of the big toe is called hallux valgus (valgus deformation of the big toe, “toe bones”) and is one of the most common orthopedic problems.
“Bones on the feet” is predominantly a female problem, which is associated with a genetic predisposition to the disease, transmitted mainly through the female line, the influence on the development of the disease of hormonal changes caused by pregnancy and menopause, as well as an exclusively female feature - wearing narrow-toed shoes with high heels . That is why for every 5-7 women suffering from hallux valgus, there is only one male sufferer.
Other factors that contribute to the appearance of bunions are excess weight, dietary habits (lack of vitamins A, C, E in the diet), endocrine diseases, prolonged stress on the legs for a long time (“standing work”) and foot injuries. Most often, “foot bones” appear in women aged 30-40 years, but there are cases where the disease developed at a younger (12-14 years) and older age.
Depending on the degree of curvature of the big toe (determined by X-ray examination), there are several stages of hallux valgus (“bunions”) :
1st degree - the displacement of the big toe is less than 20 degrees, the pathology brings purely aesthetic inconvenience; there is no pain or discomfort;
2nd degree - the displacement of the finger is 20-30 degrees, against this background discomfort and minor, intermittent pain appear, mainly during long walking;
3rd degree - the displacement reaches 30-50 degrees, characterized by significant pain in the bone and limited mobility in the thumb joint;
Grade 4 - displacement of more than 50 degrees, severe pain, discomfort when walking, problems with choosing shoes, and a tendency to form calluses.
The long-term existence of “toe bunions” leads to secondary changes in the bones and joints of the big toe, including flattening of the head of the bone, the appearance of bone growths, and the development of a chronic inflammatory process in the joint itself (arthrosis) and the joint capsule (bursitis).
Diagnosis of hallux valgus is carried out by an orthopedic doctor based on an analysis of the patient’s complaints, examination results and X-ray data of the foot bones. Only an orthopedist will be able to distinguish true hallux valgus from manifestations of arthritis, arthrosis deformans, gout and other joint diseases. Analysis of all the information allows you to make an accurate diagnosis, determine the degree of hallux valgus and select the optimal treatment regimen for bunions.
Treatment of patients with bunions is carried out in several directions.
Contraindications to surgical treatment of bunions include severe general somatic diseases, severe obesity, varicose veins, heart and vascular diseases.
The nature of the treatment for hallux valgus is selected individually, depends on the stage of development of the “bunion” and is determined exclusively by the attending physician. In most cases, conservative treatment is carried out, consisting of diet therapy, physiotherapy, exercise therapy, massage and orthopedic measures, including the use of corrective splints. At stage 4, surgical treatment of hallux valgus is indicated, after which patients are also recommended to wear a hallux valgus splint.
Like many other chronic diseases, bunion (also known as hallux valgus) develops gradually, gradually - and this is its danger. Ignoring early signs of a problem, such as changes in the appearance of the foot, discomfort in the legs, minor pain and increased leg fatigue, may result in the need for surgery to cure. Therefore, if a woman wants her legs to attract the favorable attention of others, she herself should be the first to give attention to her legs. Take care of your health!
Author: Orthopedist of the highest category, MD. Polulyakh Mikhail Vasilievich