Valgus foot deformity in adults

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Valgus foot deformity: causes, symptoms, treatment

The valgus deformity is the most common deformity of the forefoot and toes. The big toe gradually deviates outwards, and the other toes also become crooked. The main symptom is the development of exophytes (bony and cartilaginous outgrowths), the foot becomes wider and arches inwards. This disorder is almost always accompanied by flat feet. Twenty-three percent of those aged 18 to 65 and more than 35 percent of those over 65 have the condition.

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deformity of the toes

Deformity is a condition in which abnormally shaped toes develop. The deformities affect one finger (usually the thumb) or multiple fingers. The main cause of these changes is the uneven development of the muscles that control the fingers, causing them to develop unevenly and bend more in a certain direction. All this ultimately leads to deformation of the joint.

causes of the problem

The main causes of deformities include:

• Lack of physical activity over a long period of time.
• peripheral neuropathy.
• diabetes.
• Damage to individual nerves, parts of the brain.
• traumatic influences.
• Wearing unsuitable footwear.

treatment of deformities

The doctor will conduct a visual examination of the patient's foot, arrange for an X-ray if necessary, and prescribe a treatment plan. As a rule, a conservative program is chosen, ie everything is done to prevent further progression of the disease. Wearing special shoes that support the foot in a certain position, physical exercises and therapeutic massage are mandatory.

In severe cases (when the quality of life is impaired), surgical treatment is performed. The main goal of such an operation is to eliminate pain. Since the appearance of the foot can be affected, the patient should be morally prepared for the consequences of the procedure.

first of allThe first thing you can do (and definitely should do) is to choose big, spacious, well-fitting shoes. It is best to buy orthopedic shoes or have a pair made to measure.

Secondly The second method is to take nonsteroidal pain relievers such as ibuprofen or naproxen. Consultation with a doctor is mandatory.

The third Method is corticosteroid injections. They relieve swelling and pain.

Fourth – you must prevent the formation of calluses. Go to a surgeon to remove the ones that are present - otherwise you could get an infection.

Fifth Exercise therapy and physiotherapy are an effective means of treating deformity changes.

Surgical treatment can be done together or separately: removal of the joint with fusion of the phalanges, removal of the phalanx, severing of the damaged tendons pulling the finger. It is worth remembering that surgical treatment is always carried out when other techniques are ineffective. The optimal treatment regimen in each case is determined by the doctor after a thorough examination of the problem.

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