Hallux valgus refers to an abnormal symptom in which the toe inclines outward beyond the physiological angle 15 degrees. The main reason is the dislocation of the joint at the bottom of the toe, which leads to the toe bending outward and the toe bone protruding outward. In addition to squeezing other toes, it is easy to cause swelling and inflammation on the inside or back of toe joint due to friction caused by wearing shoes, and it is easy to form thick skin and synovial sac on the outside of protruding bone, which leads to permanent deformation and pain of toes. The initial clinical symptoms are pain and swelling at the first metatarsal protuberance, inflammation caused by local skin irritation, and even epidermal ulcer. In severe cases, the big toe may overlap with the second toe, which weakens the muscle strength of the cocked toe, and it is impossible to maintain balance, bend and stability when standing gradually, and it is impossible to make various movements harmoniously. Finally, it can cause stiffness, inflammation and tingling of the tendons and fascia of the sole of the foot. When the pain of the whole sole of the foot intensifies, it will make the patient

The main causes of hallux valgus

The causes of thumb valgus can be divided into congenital factors and acquired factors. Congenital factors are caused by joints, nerves and muscles. For example, flat feet, genetic and plantar tendon force reduction and imbalance. , reduce the function of the sole, leading to instability and deformation. Acquired factors are caused by wearing shoes that don't fit. Usually, shoes with too high, too pointed and too narrow heels make it difficult to fix the heels, causing squeezing friction and oppression on the toes, which not only affects the extension and activity of the toes, but also destroys the functions of the original three footholds. When walking, the whole body weight falls on the front end of the foot, and the toes will gradually deform due to the pressure of the body weight, which will cause the phenomenon of thumb valgus. For example, the popular high-heeled shoes and witch shoes are the biggest culprits to accelerate thumb valgus.

How to prevent hallux valgus

When buying shoes at ordinary times, you should buy a pair of wide last shoes that allow your toes to have enough room to move, so as to reduce the pressure caused by shoes on your toes. In addition, the standard shoes with correct arch design have a strong shock absorption and decompression effect, so that the whole body weight borne by your feet is evenly distributed on the soles of your feet when you walk, and the ligaments will not be inflamed and relaxed because of improper distribution, which is also a very important consideration. Therefore, wearing inappropriate shoes for a long time is likely to cause thumb valgus, causing inflammation and pain. Wearing pointed witch shoes, high-heeled shoes and high-heeled shoes has a higher probability of thumb valgus than ordinary people.

How to improve hallux valgus

For those with mild symptoms, as long as they change into wide-toed shoes and slippers, or soak in warm water and wear arched arch pads, or change into shoes with supporting design in the center of the sole, the pressure concentrated on the front toes during standing and walking can be relieved, thus reducing the burden on the toes, correcting hallux valgus with the help of life, temporarily relieving pain and limiting the further deterioration of toe cysts. Long-term adherence to correction can be a good improvement. If the symptoms are already severe and the pain is unbearable, which has affected daily life, we should consider using surgical methods and professional customized arch pads to alleviate the pain and uncomfortable feeling, so as to achieve bone reconstruction and soft tissue balance. However, complications such as wound inflammation, foot swelling, or hallux valgus again may occur after operation, which still needs detailed evaluation.

Hallux valgus is quite common in adults, but the best treatment is still inconclusive. It is suggested that people who have doubts about the symptoms of hallux valgus should first go to a unit with professional foot diagnosis equipment for a thorough foot examination, choose the most suitable treatment method, and consider and choose the best improved treatment method according to the pain site and deformity degree of the patient. -Beijing Life Pedicure Center

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