Brief overview What is hallux valgus? Usually painful deviation of the big toe (medical hallux) to the outside of the body (medical valgus position). Most common deformity of the forefoot. It mainly affects middle-aged and older women. Symptoms: In the area of the metatarsophalangeal joint, the big toe is angled towards the outside of the … Hallux Valgus: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
It is important to note that the pain in hallux valgus is mainly caused by the displacement of the metatarsal bones and the resulting shifting of the metatarsophalangeal joint to the side. Frequent, prolonged wearing of shoes that are too tight, high and pointed can cause the forefoot to stick together and flatten the transverse … Exercises Hallux valgus
Hallux valgus – what is it exactly? A hallux valgus is a malpositioning of the big toe when it has a significant bend to the side at the base joint. As a result, the big toe and the second toe touch each other more and more and a deviation of the longitudinal axis of the … Hallux valgus – what is it exactly? | Exercises Hallux valgus
OP Before surgery, the indications for surgery should be clarified. If a painless hallux valgus is present, surgery should definitely not be performed. A worsening can be avoided by appropriate exercises and footwear. If the pain is unbearable with conservative therapy and supporting insoles and no suitable shoes can be found due to the foot … OP | Exercises Hallux valgus
Night storage rail A further measure is the night storage rail. Since the insoles should be worn in the shoes during the day, the feet cannot be properly relieved and regenerate. The night storage splints are ideal for this purpose. These are attached to the foot from the outside and are fixed up to above … Night storage rail | Exercises Hallux valgus
Therapy Before the hallux rigidus is surgically treated, there are a variety of therapeutic options. In addition to mobilizing techniques, traction in particular is used in physiotherapy. This is a technique from the field of manual therapy. The joint surfaces are loosened slightly from each other by light traction on the joint partner near the … Therapy | Exercises for metatarsophalangeal joint arthrosis of the big toe
Arthritis of the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe is the wear and tear of the metatarsophalangeal joint, which is often referred to as hallux rigidus. In contrast to hallux valgus (lateral bending of the metatarsal bone of the big toe), the joint shows typical signs of arthrosis: a narrowing of the joint space, a … Exercises for metatarsophalangeal joint arthrosis of the big toe
Operation/Stiffening Joint deformities often occur in the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe. Due to the reduced load capacity of the cartilage, cusp formation (osteophytes) occurs. These not only restrict mobility, but can also lead to space problems in shoes, for example. Tissue can be irritated or damaged by constant pressure. Surgical removal of these … Operation/Stiffening | Exercises for metatarsophalangeal joint arthrosis of the big toe
Metatarsalgia refers to pain in the midfoot. Most often, they occur due to stress such as running. What is metatarsalgia? We talk about metatarsalgia when pain occurs in the midfoot. The discomfort is felt below the heads of the metatarsal bones (ossa metatarsalia), usually during weight-bearing activities. The term metatarsalgia is composed of the Greek … Metatarsalgia: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Hallux valgus is a malpositioning of the big toe, it is also called bunion toe. The bunion deviates inwardly in the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe, so that the pull of the muscles pulls the big toe outwardly in the direction of the other toes. This causes the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe … Physiotherapy for hallux valgus
Exercises 1.) The most important exercise in a beginning hallux valgus is the active spreading of the big toe away from the other toes. The patient can do this in a sitting position. If the patient has good control and mobility in the toes, the toe can simply be tried to be moved several times … Exercises | Physiotherapy for hallux valgus
Bandages Bandages are similar to Hallux valgus splints in their application range, but they are softer and more comfortable, but also provide less support. The bandages usually also have a cushioning function and can thus reduce the pressure of the footwear. Bandages are also a passive aid and cannot replace muscular training. However, if the … Bandages | Physiotherapy for hallux valgus
