The deformation of Valgus del Pieda in a child is a condition in which a decrease in the height of the arches of the foot and the X -shaped curvature of its axis gradually form.At the same time, the heel, together with the fingers, takes place outwards, the child has considerable awkwardness and rapid fatigue.What to do if you find such changes in your child's feet?First of all, you should seek advice with a orthopedic doctor, as well as understanding the reasons that led to the development of Valgus Stop.
What is Valgus deformation of the stop?
Based on this term, the orthopedics are intended as the state of the foot in a child in which the distance between the ankles is 4-5 cm.The child's knees should be reduced together and straightened.The heel and fingers of the legs with this pathology are devoted and the inner vault is flooded inwards.The child's legs become similar to the letter "x".In the event that not only the axis changes, but a decrease in its arches is also noted, the orthopedist is diagnosed with a "flat -toe deformation of the feet".Why is this situation developing?
Causes and phases of the development of the disease
The deformation of Valgus del Pieda in children can be congenital or acquired.At the same time, congenital pathology is considered a consequence of intrauterine disorders in the phase of the development of the lower limbs and can be caused by a wide variety of factors.In this scenario, it is possible to detect the foot for Valgo in the child in the first months of life.
The acquired deformation becomes evident much later, with the first steps of the child.These deviations can be associated with the insufficient development of the binding system and various violations of the musculoskeletal system.Note that Valgus feet often occur in weakened children with serious muscle weakness.In addition, the disease can be caused by the following conditions:
- congenital diseases of the connective tissue;
- not premature;
- intrauterine pathologies that lead to hypotrophy (low body weight);
- congenital lip of the thighs;
- rickets;
- Cerebral paralysis;
- polio;
- obesity;
- Feet injuries (including long -term plaster stay).
The cause of the Valgus stop can also be incorrectly selected shoes for the first steps.Wearing soft and scarcely fixed shoes can be the immediate cause of Valgus del Pieda deformation.The development of the lower ends is also scarcely influenced by the too early setting of the child on the legs and the use of devices on foot (walkers).
Whatever the reason that caused the formation of the Ad-Valgo foot, one is one.The muscles and ligaments weaken and stretch over time, losing the ability to keep their foot in the correct position.
Signs of the disease
The first symptoms of Valgus del Pieda deformation appear when the child tries to take his first steps.When observing the gait of the child, it becomes clear that the child occurs only on the internal edge and not on the entire leg, since it should be normal.In the absence of treatment, the foot acquires an X -shaped shape. The child gets tired quickly, he complains of pain in the legs and discomfort when he moves.In the evening and at night, swelling can develop.The installation of Valgus dei Pieda is also characterized by the fact that the boots are always deleted only inside the sole.
In addition to Valgus Stop, there are other types of X -shaped deformation of the lower ends.The wicked can influence the neck of the thigh with its congenital dislocation or dysplasia.The legs in the form of the "X" letter can also be curved in the legs area.All these diseases are generally combined with each other and are the result of the same changes that take place in the binding system of the lower limbs.
How to recognize the disease?
The installation of the flat valgus of the arrest is well determined using a X -ray exam. The image was taken in three projections.In the X -ray, the improper installation of the legs is clearly visible - and this provides all the reasons for making a diagnosis.In addition, computerized tomography is performed, a method that allows you to calculate all the necessary morphological parameters of the curved feet.And finally, the doctor necessarily performs the running, during which the load is evaluated on several Valgus Feet departments.
Some types of deformations require further examination.To determine the conditions of the hip joint, an ultrasound is performed.Furthermore, to each child to whom the deformation of Valgus del Pieda was diagnosed, he should visit a consultation with a neurologist to exclude diseases of the nervous system.In some cases, the disease is formed not only with insufficiency of the binding apparatus, but also with some pathological conditions of the brain and spinal cord.
The consequences of the Valgus deformation of the stop
A change in the child's set inevitably leads to the formation of the X -shaped curvature of the legs.In addition, the improper position of the pelvis cannot be avoided and, consequently, posture disorders in old age.In many cases, Valgus feet lead to the development of plates - a source of constant pain and fatigue in the legs.To avoid the appearance of these complications, it is not necessary to delay the visit to the doctor to the first symptoms of the disease.
How to treat the deformation of the feet ad-valgus?
The purpose of Valgus treatment is the restoration of the normal form of the leg and the return of its functions in full.In the early stages of the disease, priority to conservative therapy is given.The implementation of all the recommendations of the attending physician will allow to avoid the development of serious complications and to do without surgery.
Conservative therapy methods used to treat Valgus:
- wearing constant orthopedic shoes;
- the use of special supervisors or sunspasses;
- massage;
- physiotherapy;
- Therapeutic gymnastics.
The selection of orthopedic shoes must be carried out by the doctor after an in -depth examination of the patient.The selected shoes should be quite comfortable so that the child does not refuse to wear it.A wide nose is required;Heel - not exceeding 4 cm.
If the installation of the flat valgus feet is complicated by the development of flat feet, the shoes are selected according to a different principle.In this case, boots and sandals should have a fairly hard back and a dense supervision.Do not forget the only special orthopedics, which are made individually for each child.
The following procedures have proven to be from the physiotherapy procedures:
- electrophoresis;
- magnetotherapy;
- electrical stimulation of the foot muscles and the lower part of the leg;
- Mud applications.
Do not forget the massage - as general, so special with the deformation of Valgus del Pieda.A good effect is noticed by swimming in the pool or by the open pond.Operating therapy (therapeutic gymnastics) can be carried out both in specialized groups and in houses.It is only important to observe all the rules for carrying out exercises and not overwhelming during training.
Gymnastics for Valgo deformation
The Valgus foot is a condition that is much easier to face in the early stages of the development of the disease.One of the effective methods to increase the tone of the binding system is therapeutic gymnastics.Experts recommend performing the entire series of exercises in the morning or dividing training into different phases during the day.
- walk along a fairly narrow path (no more than 15 cm wide);
- walk barefoot on an important surface (you can use a orthopedic carpet);
- walk only outside the foot;
- capture the fingers of small objects from the floor or earth;
- Squats without tearing your legs from the floor;
- get out of the sitting position (in Turkish) without the help of the hands;
- Walk on socks.
All these exercises give very evident results in the Valgus treatment and can be used both at home and in a walk in a park or outside the city.The main thing is not to force the child to face his desire.Transform training into an exciting game - and your baby will be happy to take part.
The surgical treatment of the deformation of the valgus of the foot is carried out in a quite rarely and only in cases where it is not possible for a long time to obtain the effect of conservative therapy.The surgical correction method is determined individually and depends on the severity of the disease, the age of the patient and the presence of concomitant pathology.Valgus Flatfoot is not a phrase and orthopedists actively apply more and more new methods to correct the pathology.
Valgus deformation of the first finger of the foot
This condition in medicine is called Hallus Valgus.The Vallus Del Pollice dello Foot deformation is mainly found in women.Not long ago it was believed that the cause of this pathology resides in shoes selected improperly.At the moment, experts deny this statement.Unability shoes undoubtedly worsen the course of the disease, but it is not its source.Presumably, the valgus formation of the first finger is influenced by a hereditary predisposition, as well as by the lack of ligament devices.
With the development of the disease, the thumb deviations occur.At the same time, chronic arthrosis is formed with joint deformation and growth of osteophytes (bone protrusions).This is what patients notice as a sort of "bump" at the base of the finger.Over time the pain appears.The usual shoes are becoming small and the patient must choose larger boots or even go to soft panels.
Valgus Stop is a disease that requires great patience from the patient.Treatment takes a long time and not always the parents of children have the strength to bring the matter in the end.It is important to remember that only the implementation of all the doctor's recommendations and the daily lessons with the child will give the opportunity to recover from this disease.