The Valgus deformation of the foot, abbreviated by VDS, is about 18% of all forms of flat feet in children.It is different from the classic flat feet in that not only flatten the feet, but also deformed in the ankle joint, when the ankle inside is much lower than the norm.
Due to such deformation, the joints of the foot, knee and hip joints are affected.If you do not start treating Valgus deformation at the same time, the consequences will not force yourself to wait.
It should be understood that the Valgus deformation of the feet is different from the valgus deformation of the thumb of the feet, it is also known as a bone - these are completely different diseases.The valgus deformation of the thumb is often observed in adults, especially in the elderly.The Valgus deformation of the glass develops in children, but in case of no treatment, it is still in adults throughout life.
The main reason for the Valgus deformation of the foot in children is genetic.Delicias of connective tissue leads to changes in the foot, but there are other reasons:
- The disease of the nervous system, when deformed of the foot developed due to problems with nerves;
- Damage to the peripheral nervous system due to slow paralysis or paresis;
- ANS can develop as a result of trauma.
There are also environmental factors that can adversely affect the condition of children with deformity and Valgus.If such a child has such a problem is given to the run, then muscle disease may develop.
Treatment of Valgus deformation of the foot
Treatment of Valgus deformation of children in children depends on the severity of the disease.He has four degrees, the first - the easiest, the fourth is the hardest.
At 1 and 2 deformation, a child is shown to be conservative treatment, that is, a collection of procedures without surgical intervention.There are many conservative methods - first of all, it is physical education, because of the muscle support for the exact position of the foot and ankle joints is very important.Massage and physiotherapy courses regularly, orthopedic shoes are also necessary.All conservation treatments are required only as prescribed by an expert.
If the changes have gone far, for example, to 3 and 4 degrees, the treatment of deformation conservation of the foot of the foot may not be effective.After that, the doctor had the right to prescribe surgical regulatory regulatory, but all, of course, is completely individual.
Shoes and orthopedic soles
Solers and orthopedic soles are especially necessary for children with the first or second Valgus deformation.Of course, it will not work alone, shoes are necessary for them.With VDS, these are special shoes with a hard side to adjust the deformation.
Doctors do not recommend buying shoes by yourself, you can only aggravate the problem.There are many types of orthopedic shoes, an expert can choose the right shoes for your child.
I do not advise you to choose shoes and soles independently to avoid misunderstandings and negative consequences may have because the shoes are chosen improperly.You only need to choose the shoes in the direction of the expert.In this case, this is a child's orthopedic doctor.
Massage
Before looking for a massage employee, you need to refer again.Massage is effective in the case of Valgus deformation, but it is this procedure with contraindications, so you need to make sure the child does not have them.
We must not forget that this procedure should be carried out by a certified medical staff, a child's masseur and not a neighbor who has completed fast courses.
The easier the foot deformation in children is, the more effective massage.It is best to help children with the first and second level.
At levels 3 and 4, the massage is also displayed, because it allows us to normalize muscle tunes, improve blood supply to the affected area, normalize the state of the connective tissue.However, in these cases, the massage is considered an auxiliary procedure with compulsory integrated method, including surgical intervention that can be followed by a doctor's decision.
Exercise therapy
It is absolutely impossible to cure the deformation of children in children, this is a congenital state that will come with it throughout his life.But this does not mean that it cannot be reduced.This can be done using physiotherapy exercises.In all cases, a medical education expert - an exercise therapist in a health organization in a health organization chose the method, complex and regularly of exercise therapy in all cases.
Usually the exercises are done daily, the first courses in health organizations, then at home or in the gym.
When necessary to consult a doctor?
The success of the Valgus deformation treatment of children in children depends on their parents and their observations.There are some symptoms that should warn loved ones and force them to record their children to get an orthopedic.Such signs include:
- a change inside the shoe in children;
- Directly the deformation of the feet itself, when the ankles inside are much lower, so the ankle joint area, when both legs are nearby, starting to be similar to the word H.
If you notice these symptoms, consult a pediatrician.After checking, he will introduce to narrow experts.(In general, it is better to drive a baby regularly, even if you are not alarming when being a parent).
Check your doctor about any fear and features you observe in children.Because the doctor checks it in only 15-20 minutes, and you observe daily and almost continuously. Faster to determine the problem, the opportunity of a good result.Also, do not forget that the Valgus deformation of the foot may be a manifestation of a more serious pathology, for example, nerves.
Prevention of Valgus deformation of the foot
Because most of the Valgus deformations of children in children occur due to genetic tendencies, such a VDS is not warned, but very effective prevention in secondary VDs.
- It is important to eliminate injuries and overcurrent in a child;
- Sports for children need to choose accurately, advice doctors will not be redundant;
- It is worth the treatment of all diseases that can lead to VD in a timely manner: Paresis, paralysis, problems with the nervous system.
If deformed is genetic, it is worth observing some tips to not aggravate it:
- Regularly participate in physical education with children, focusing on exercises to strengthen the muscles of the lower limbs (the doctor recommends them), you can record the child to swim;
- Observe a reasonable day: more walking, cycling;
- Choose exact shoes.
Special prevention is related to blood pressure in children, many of them spend most of the time a computer, negatively affecting the development of their musculoskeletal system.Parental mission is to actively interfere with their children's lives and with their examples to show the need for outdoor activities.