Diagnosis and treatment of foot deformities. Prices, reviews, ratings
Foot deformity, the treatment of which can be both conservative and surgical, is a change in the shape of bones, disturbances in the structure of tendons or ligaments, which leads to a stable modification of the supporting section of the lower limbs.
Foot deformity, the treatment of which can be both conservative and surgical, is a change in the shape of bones, disturbances in the structure of tendons or ligaments, which leads to a stable modification of the supporting section of the lower limbs.
General information
Let's consider the most common dysfunctions.
Clubfoot pathology is characterized by the fact that the patient leans on the outer part of the foot when walking, in severe cases - on the lateral or even dorsal area. This disease is often acquired due to various diseases or injuries of bones and soft tissues.
Flat feet, depending on the degree of development, are characterized by smoothing or complete absence of the arched structure of the metatarsus, as a result of which the distal part of the legs does not perform its shock-absorbing functions. Incredibly, such dysfunction can even lead to dizziness, since when walking, shocks are not softened and the brain is constantly shaken. The cartilage of the hip joints and intervertebral discs suffer no less. Therefore, it is very important to detect this disease at an early stage.
Heel deformity is characterized by the fact that the supporting part of the leg is constantly in a position of dorsal flexion. The disease can be either congenital, caused by the incorrect positioning of the fetus, or acquired, due to various paralysis or external traumatic effects.
Cavity of the foot is a pathology in which the longitudinal arch is strengthened and the foot is modified. The patient experiences discomfort after a short walk or standing in place, even familiar shoes cause inconvenience due to compression of the tarsus.
Halgus deformity of the foot, the treatment of which must be carried out at an early stage, is most often found in women. With this pathology, the joint of the first toe is curved, a bump is formed at its base, in which aching pain is noted. Such formation worsens blood supply and nerve conduction in the forefoot, which leads to the development of arthrosis.
All these deviations from the norm are well studied and can be eliminated, for this you need to contact professionals in time.
Process
Diagnostics
The diagnosis regarding the change in the shape of the supporting section of the leg is established based on the results of an external examination and the results of hardware studies: plantography (obtaining prints), radiography, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, in some cases electromyography is also prescribed.
Treatment
Congenital clubfoot is treated from the first days of the child's birth. The correct position is achieved manually, and then fixed with plaster casts. Until the first steps, the baby is under the supervision of a doctor. At 3-4 years old, he is prescribed therapeutic exercise.
They try to eliminate the acquired "bear gait" by conservative methods, in extreme cases they resort to surgery.
Flat feet are recommended to be treated with the help of gymnastics and wearing special insoles.
Correction of congenital heel deformity occurs with the use of splints and redressing plaster bandages.
They try to treat excessive curvature conservatively, with the help of special shoes, inlays, etc. Only in severe forms is invasive intervention indicated.
Halgus modifications in the early stages are treated without surgery. Orthopedic insoles are selected, exercise therapy is prescribed. In advanced cases, the patient is sent for an operation called osteotomy.
Indications
The symptoms that should prompt you to see an orthopedist are the following:
- pain when walking;
- fatigue quickly;
- difficulty choosing shoes;
- enlargement of any segment of the foot;
- curvature of the toes, etc.
Contraindications
In the absence of proper therapy, the following problems may arise:
- inflammation of the joint bags;
- Deichlander's disease (march disease);
- spinal disorders;
- dizziness, headaches, lack of concentration;
- pathological changes in the fingers.
Prices and clinics
Orthopedists and traumatologists deal with the problem of disorders in the distal part of the lower extremities. Sometimes consultations with neurologists, neurosurgeons and rheumatologists may be needed.
The schedule and cost of doctor's appointments can be found on the medical portal .
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