Treatment of flat feet folk remedies and methods
Flattening is the result of the redistribution of the load on the muscles. The nature of flatfoot depends on the location of the sagging of the arch of the foot and is divided into longitudinal, transverse and longitudinal-transverse.
Symptoms: about flatfoot may be indicated by the following "signals":
• pain in calves of legs and knee joints, burning and pain in the foot area;
• increased fatigue of the legs, callus formation and an increase in "bones";
• fast wearability of shoes, especially asymmetric( wiping the inside of the heel and deforming the back of the shoe).
What's going on? The arches of the foot are held by the muscles and tendons of the foot and lower leg, but with functional disorders the ligaments can gradually stretch and lose elasticity. The connective tissue from which the cartilages and ligaments are constructed becomes soft and less elastic, and this causes an accelerated wear not only of the osseous system of the foot, but of the entire musculoskeletal system.
The causes of flatfoot development are both congenital and acquired. To hereditary predisposition to flatfoot is dysplasia of the foot, varicose veins, chronic diseases, congenital inferiority of the musculoskeletal apparatus. Acquired platypodia is caused by a sedentary lifestyle, work associated with prolonged stays on legs or carrying heavy loads. Long wearing of shoes with high heels leads to deformation of the foot and toes and the development of flat feet. Ideal shoes should be exactly on the foot, nowhere to press and do not rub. Shoes should be light, and its sole - flexible, made of elastic material. Heel height should not exceed 3-4 centimeters.
The development of flatfoot can be divided into 3 stages or stages. On of the first stage there is a feeling of fatigue in the legs, when pressing on the foot, painful sensations arise. The foot often swells by evening. There is a change in gait, which loses its plasticity.
On the of the second stage of the flatfoot development, the pain extends not only to the foot, but also to the ankle with the ankle. The pain itself is stronger and more frequent. The gait varies to a large extent.
On the of the third stage flatfoot development there is a pronounced deformation of the foot. The feet and legs at this stage are almost always swollen, and the pain in the feet, legs and knees becomes a constant companion. To this is added a pain in the lower back and a headache. At this stage, it is difficult for a person to walk, and without orthopedic footwear, he generally loses the ability to move independently. Sports at this stage are impossible.
What should I do with ?For treatment of flatfoot , consultation with an orthopedic physician is necessary. The main treatment is aimed at strengthening the muscles of the foot and lower leg. It is useful to jump on a trampoline. Effective massage of the feet and shins, including with the help of special massagers with thorns and needles. At least 2-3 times a year, physiotherapy courses for feet using magnetic field, mud applications and water procedures are necessary. It is useful to do daily gymnastics for feet.
For the prevention of flat feet, you should walk barefoot often, especially on grass, sand and small pebbles. Help and orthopedic insoles, which can be chosen for everyday, and for model, and for sports shoes.