The deformation of VDS Valgus, abbreviated by VDS, is about 18% of all forms of flat feet in children.It differs from classic flat feet, because not only the flattening of the foot occurs, but also the deformation in the ankle joint, when the inner ankle is located much smaller than the norm.
Due to this deformation, the feet joints, knees and hip joints suffer.If you do not start treatment of Valgus deformation at once, the consequences will not force yourself to wait.
It should be understood that the deformation of the feet valgous differs from the deformation of Valgus from the foot thumb, it is also called "bone" - these are completely different pathologies.Valgus deformation of the thumb is more often observed in adults, especially in the elderly.Valgus deformation of glasses develops in children, but in the absence of treatment, it remains in adults throughout life.
The main reason for the deformation of Valgus of the foot in children is heredity.Delights of connective tissue leads to changes in the foot, but there are other reasons:
- Nervous system diseases, when feet deformation develops due to nerve problems;
- Peripheral nervous system lesions due to paralysis or slow paresis;
- ANS can develop as a consequence of injury.
There are also environmental factors that may adversely affect the condition of the child with dysplasia and valgus deformation.If a child with these problems is given to the execution section, arthrosis may develop.
Valgus deformation treatment of the foot
The treatment of the deformation of valgus from the foot in children depends on the severity of the disease.It has four degrees, the first - the easiest, the room is the hardest.
1 and 2 degrees of deformation, a child is shown in conservative treatment, ie a set of procedures without surgical intervention.There are many conservative methods - first of all, it is therapeutic physical education, since muscle support for the correct position of the foot and ankle joint is very important.Regular massage and physical therapy courses, orthopedic shoes are also required.All conservative treatment methods are necessary only as prescribed by a specialist.
If the changes have come far, for example, to 3 and 4 degrees, conservative treatment of the deformation of Valgus from the foot can be ineffective.So the doctor has the right to prescribe surgical correction, but everything, of course, is purely individual.
Orthopedic shoes and insoles
Orthopedic shoes and insoles are especially necessary for children who have the first or second degree of valgus deformation.Obviously, it will not only work insoles, the shoes are needed for them.With VDS, they are special shoes with a difficult side to correct deformation.
Doctors do not advise shoes buying, you can only aggravate the problem.There are many varieties of orthopedic shoes, an expert can choose the right boots for your child.
I do not recommend choosing shoes and insoles independently to avoid misunderstanding and possible negative consequences due to incorrectly selected shoes.You need to choose shoes only towards the expert.In this case, this is a children's orthopedic doctor.
Massage
Before you look for a masseuse, you need to consult again.Massage is effective in case of deformation by Valgus, but this procedure itself has against -indications;Therefore, you need to ensure that the child does not have them.
We should not forget that this procedure should be performed by a certified medical worker, a children's masseuse and not by a neighbor who completed the express courses.
The easier the degree of feet deformation to the child, the more effective massage.It is better to help children with the first and second degree.
In the third and 4th degree, massage is also shown, as it allows us to normalize muscle tone, improve blood supply for the affected area, normalize the state of connective tissue.However, in these cases, massage is considered an auxiliary procedure with an integrated compulsory approach, including the possible surgical intervention at the doctor's discretion.
Exercise therapy
It is completely impossible to heal the deformation of the foot in children, this is an innate state that will accompany all life.But that does not mean that it is impossible to reduce its degree.This can be done using physical therapy exercises.In any case, a medical education specialist - an exercise therapist in a medical institution in a medical institution selects the methodology, complex and regularity of exercise therapy in any case.
Generally, the exercises are performed daily, the first courses in medical institutions, then on their own at home or in gyms.
When is it necessary to consult a doctor?
The success of the treatment of the deformation of Valgus from the foot in children depends on parents and their observation.There are several symptoms that should alert loved ones and force them to record your child to receive an orthopedic.Such signs include:
- a change inside the shoe in the child;
- Directly the deformation of the foot itself, when the inner ankle is located much lower;Therefore, the ankle joints region, when both feet are located nearby, begins to look like the letter H.
If you notice these symptoms, consult a pediatrician.After the exam, he will give a nomination to narrow experts.(In general, it is better to direct a baby to the baby regularly, even if you are not alarming as a parent).
Feel free to check the doctor of any fears and resources you observe in the child.As the doctor examines it for only 15 to 20 minutes, and you watch daily and almost constantly. The faster identify the problem, the greater the chances of a good result.Also, be sure that the deformation of Valgo do Pé can be a manifestation of a more severe pathology, for example, neurological.
Prevention of Valgus de Pé deformation
Since most of the time the deformation of valgus of foot in children occurs due to a genetic predisposition, this VDS is not warned, but prevention is very effective in secondary VDS.
- It is important to exclude injuries and overtension in a child;
- Sports for children need to choose correctly, consulting a doctor will not be superfluous;
- It is worth treating all diseases that can lead to VDS in a timely manner: paresis, paralysis, problems with the nervous system.
If the deformation is hereditary, it is worth noting some tips for not aggravating it:
- Surrounding yourself regularly in physical education with the child, focus on exercises to strengthen the muscles of the lower extremities (the doctor recommends them), you can record the child to swim;
- Observe the rational regime of the day: walk more on foot, ride a bicycle;
- Correctly select shoes.
Prevention is especially relevant due to hypodinamia in children, many of them spend most of their time a computer, which negatively affects the development of their musculoskeletal system.The task of parents is actively intervening in their children's lives and with their example to show the need for outdoor activities.