Flatfoot is the most common disease of the musculoskeletal system. It is possible to determine such a pathology in a child only after six years of age, since up to this point the bone apparatus is still very weak, it represents a fragile structure of cartilage, as well as muscles and ligaments subject to stretching. Hallux valgus feet are usually diagnosed a bit later and require immediate correction.
Factors of pathological development of the foot:
- heredity;
- incorrect selection of shoes;
- excessive load on the lower limbs;
- increased flexibility of the joints;
- rickets;
- equinism;
- muscular paralysis of the ankle;
- foot injuries.
What is the danger of foot deformation?
Hallux valgus feet are characterized by a decrease in the height of the arches, as well as a curvature of the axis of the foot. At the same time, the heel and fingers are turned outward, and the middle section falls inward and resembles the letter X from above, which is why the disease has found its name. Differences in flat-valgus staging of the feet can be seen at the stage when the baby learns to walk, so orthopedists recommend an examination more often, which will help to identify the disease at the very early stages of development. Many parents do not attach much importance to this problem, but such a misconception often leads to very sad consequences. It should be noted that
flat-valgus feet in children disrupt the spring functions of the lower extremities, while depreciation almost completely disappears, and all the return during walking goes to the hip joint and lower leg, which can cause arthrosis. Therefore, flat feet should be treated, while observing all the preventive instructions of a doctor.
Treatment for hallux valgus
Hallux valgus feet in children are treated using gentle methods, such as physiotherapy, special massage and physiotherapy exercises. Such measures are aimed at quickly strengthening the muscles that hold and tighten the arch of the foot, and improving blood supply to the legs. In addition, such procedures gently affect the ligamentous apparatus and joints, and also carry out the correction of the resulting deformation of the ankle and feet. If the child has hallux valgus feet, you need to pay attention to the health of the spine and musculoskeletal system, since the disease often provokes the development of scoliosis. It is very important to choose special shoes for children from natural materials, which will be of the appropriate size, have a hard back, small heels and are well fixed on the foot. Insoles should be selected individually, taking into account the shape of the foot.
Methods for the prevention of hallux valgus disorders
In order to prevent the development of this serious disease, it is necessary to provide the child up to a year with a minimum load on the lower limbs. It is important to take the necessary measures in time to prevent possible rickets and regularly undergo an examination with an orthopedist. Hallux valgus feet are much more difficult to cure than to prevent this pathology, so parents are advised to purchase exclusively natural orthopedic shoes for their children.