Symptoms of normal ankle disease

Symptoms of vascular foot disease are a series of general signs that indicate abnormal blood flow in the arteries of the lower limbs. If you have these symptoms, you should have the vessels in your limbs examined to determine the cause and progression of the disease.

Table of contents

Why a runny nose takes so long to clear up
Causes and symptoms of a runny nose in an adult
Bacterial biofilms and their association with persistent rhinitis
Clubfoot in children
What influence does the load on the feet have on a child's body weight?
About intermittent claudication
What you should do?
When do you need orthoses?
Who Needs Insoles?

Why a runny nose takes so long to clear up

Everyone has had a runny nose or a runny nose more than once. Due to the frequency of this disease, there is a negative attitude towards it. Many people think that it is nothing serious and will go away on its own. However, that is not always the case. Sometimes the runny nose is a symptom of a more serious illness. Sometimes it lasts for months or years and the quality of life suffers. Below we explain what to do if the runny nose persists.

Causes and symptoms of a runny nose in an adult

A weakened immune system, especially if the patient is weak on his feet or still suffering from hypothermia;
inappropriate antibiotic therapy – taking antibiotics without indication, stopping treatment, inappropriate choice of drugs;
Allergies – to dust, animal hair, pollen, household chemicals. Nasal discharge is clear and runny, often accompanied by sneezing and tearing. Allergies can appear for the first time at any age. It is important to observe when and under what circumstances the nasal episodes occur;
Nasal defects due to trauma or structural problems – deviated nasal septum, narrow nasal passages;
Drug-induced rhinitis – caused by long-term use of vasoconstrictor drops. In this case, the nerve regulation of the vessels supplying the nasal mucosa is disrupted;
Atrophic rhinitis – characterized by dryness, thinning of the mucous membrane and death of secretion-producing bifocal cells. Bleeding fissures often occur. The discharge has an unpleasant odor. The main causes are: dry and dusty indoor air, harmful factors at the workplace, unfavorable climate;
Hypertrophic rhinitis – thickening of the mucous membranes due to the proliferation of connective tissue. It is characterized by difficulty breathing and a nasal voice. It develops due to smoking, hereditary predisposition, uncontrolled treatment with vasoconstricting drops against the background of allergic rhinitis.

Despite the variety of causes, common symptoms include nasal discharge, difficulty breathing, often a changed voice, often headaches and a depressed mood.

Bacterial biofilms and their association with persistent rhinitis

This relatively new discovery in medicine explains the cause of many cases of rhinitis and offers a chance to cure them.

It has long been known that once an antibiotic treatment has been started, it is very difficult to cure if it is stopped. The bacteria become resistant to the drug. The mechanism of its formation is now known.

Clubfoot in children

The prevalence of flattened arches in children is high, and excessive body weight is the second most important predictor of the development of this condition. Statistics show that more and more children and adolescents aged 5-19 years worldwide have a high body mass index (BMI) and are obese. In 1975 the percentage was still 4 %, in 2016 it was already over 18 %.

What influence does excess weight have on the development of flat feet in children and what does scientific and clinical research say about it?

What influence does the load on the feet have on a child's body weight?

Obesity contributes significantly to abnormal motor development, dexterity and general coordination of movements and negatively affects the development of the joint and bone systems, which can lead to postural problems. Numerous studies overwhelmingly indicate that overweight and obesity can play an important role in the development of flat feet and other foot deformities in children. Obesity not only increases stress, but also localizes it. For example, it has been found that there is a connection between high body weight and excessive stress on the forefoot, lateral foot and midfoot. The feet are designed to support the musculoskeletal system and must fully meet their own ergonomics. In an upright position, the load is distributed on the foot with correct arch as follows: the heel supports more than 60 % of the body weight, the metatarsal area 8 % and the forefoot 32 %. With a high BMI, the load increases exponentially, the foot deforms, its function decreases and the biomechanics of gait change - the child's gait and posture change.

Obesity is a disease with different causes, but in all cases there is an underlying energy imbalance: excessive energy intake and insufficient energy expenditure. A pediatric endocrinologist, neurologist, gastroenterologist and geneticist should be consulted to determine the cause. The list of therapeutic measures usually includes weight reduction, treatment of concomitant diseases, maintaining the achieved results and preventing weight gain. Diet, exercise, walks in the fresh air and correction of habits and lifestyle habits will certainly give results.

'If there is excessive strain on the feet,' says Olga Czyzewska, chairwoman of the Podiatry League Association, 'advice from a foot specialist – a podiatrist – can help. In this case, treatment and prevention are also comprehensive: exercises to strengthen ligaments and muscles, stretches and massages to relax the foot, proper footwear and individual insoles for children. Full-contact orthoses – thermoformed insoles made from modern materials – provide pressure relief, better cushioning and make walking easier.

About intermittent claudication

Claudication (also called peripheral artery disease) is a change in the blood vessels supplying the legs, usually caused by the progression of atherosclerosis, leading to a syndrome of painful symptoms called claudication. With proper treatment, new vessels (collateral vessels) form that supply blood to the diseased arteries and bypass them.

The symptom of intermittent claudication is a muscle pain or cramp in the legs or arms that occurs with exertion but goes away after a few minutes of rest. The location of the pain depends on the location of the narrowed vessels. Pain in the calf muscles is typical.

Depending on the degree of lower limb ischemia, symptoms of intermittent claudication can range from mild discomfort to debilitating pain. Severe claudication poses a serious problem with walking or other physical activities.

What you should do?

If you experience symptoms characteristic of vascular disease of the lower limbs, you should consult a doctor at a specialist vascular disease clinic.

Peripheral atherosclerosis, obliterative arteritis and vasculitis all have the same symptoms. In order to treat the disease, the root cause must be determined. For this purpose, a comprehensive vascular examination is carried out. To determine the type of disease, diagnostic procedures are required: angiography, ultrasound, CT scan. Based on the results, the doctor will make a final diagnosis. Only then does the treatment of the leg vessels begin, the methods of which you will read about in the following publication.

When do you need orthoses?

For all types of feet.
Foot deformities of the valgus or varus type, that is, when the foot migrates inwards or outwards.
Implantation in the big toe.
heel spur.
Differences in length between the feet causing abnormal pelvic position.
Diabetic foot.
Dilated veins as a result of varicose veins.
In cases of leg trauma.
clubfoot.
Calluses and corns.

If the symptoms are ignored, the pathology can:

cause pain in the joints and spine;
cause osteochondrosis, arthritis, varicose veins, herniated discs and other diseases;
cause micro-injuries and physical activity injuries;
Deterioration of posture in childhood.

Who Needs Insoles?

An insole is good for absolutely everyone.Regardless of gender and age. Almost half of all children develop flat feet by the age of six. As long as the development of the foot is not stopped, orthotics can easily correct the problem.

It is necessary to visit a chiropodist at least once a year, since flat feet themselves are not noticeable in any way. A weak arch of the foot puts a lot of strain on the joints of the lower limbs and spine.

The result can be intervertebral fractures, osteoarthritis or a curvature of the spine.