For girls, high heels may be described as a "beautiful torture instrument". On the one hand, it can make people instantly taller and full of aura;On the other hand, it can also cause some pain, such as the "valgus" of the big toe.
Aunt Wang from Hunan had to wear men's shoes from the original size 35 to size 45 because of severe hallux valgus on her feet.
So, what exactly is hallux valgus?What does it have to do with wearing high heels?Can men suffer from this problem?Today we will take a detailed look at the related issues of hallux valgus.
Many people think that wearing shoes that don't fit well can lead to hallux valgus, such as wearing high heels, pointed-toe shoes, etc. But in fact, hallux valgus occurs mainly in people who wear shoes, especially women. However, not all women who wear ill-fitting shoes will develop significant hallux valgus, and similarly, some men may experience significant hallux valgus when wearing well-fitting shoes. Therefore, it is likely that the shoes only aggravate the symptoms of hallux valgus, not the underlying cause.
So, does hallux valgus cause ingrown nails?In fact, no. Ingrown nails are a condition in which the lateral edge of the nail plate pierces the lateral nail fold and penetrates**, causing a foreign body reaction and secondary infection. Hallux valgus does not cause ingrown nails.
For the symptoms of hallux valgus, being conservative** can relieve the symptoms and help prevent them from getting worse. This includes choosing wider, low-heeled shoes that reduce irritation to the halluxUse a dedicated insoles;Use a splint at night to improve the alignment of the toes;Perform appropriate stretching exercises to maintain range of motion;In addition, ice can be applied after activity to reduce swelling and pain. When the swelling and pain are obvious, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can be selected for relief.
So, is there a need for surgery**hallux valgus?Not all hallux valgus requires surgery**. Indications for surgery** are significant pain and even difficulty walking, and not just based on the angle of valgus on the x-ray. There are many types of hallux valgus surgery, and the exact procedure should be decided by a professional orthopaedic surgeon, and if possible, a professional foot and ankle surgeon can be selected for surgery**.
It is important to note that you should not have high expectations for the best results after the surgery. There are still many people who cannot wear pointed-toe shoes after surgery, and symptoms such as pain may persist for months. In addition, the hallux valgus angle will not be fully recovered after surgery, and the 10° to 25° valgus angle at the metatarsophalangeal joint is a genus.