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Inflammation of the ball of the foot

introduction

Inflammation on the ball of the foot can be their starting point from several Structures take by the foot. If one speaks of an inflammation of the ball of the foot, it can be a Tendinitis (Tendovaginitis), one Joint inflammation (arthritis) or one Periosteum inflammation (Periostitis) be meant.

Symptoms

The symptoms in the case of an inflammation of the ball of the foot can usually be classified as the classic signs of inflammation describe. The ball of the foot hurts, especially at burden, and is swollen. In addition, there is often a clear one Redness and overheat. Due to the Pain and partly through the something uncomfortable feeling of tension is due to the swelling restricted movement.

root cause

FactorsThere are many that can lead to inflammation of the ball of the foot. By the Wearing bad shoes or frequent running in high heels it comes to one Improper loading of the foot and, as a result, to one inflammation the ball of the foot. Also malformations such as a splayfoot can be the cause of an inflamed ball of the foot. The reason for this is also an incorrect load here. In addition to the incorrect load, a simple overload of the foot cause an inflammatory reaction on the balls of the feet. Here is the obesity (Obesity) to be mentioned in the Legs and Feet by the great weight there is significantly more exposure than is actually intended. As part of a gout the base joints of the toes can also be affected by deposits and then react with inflammation. In addition, there are underlying diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis as a trigger for an inflammation of the ball of the foot. Injuries and Trauma can also cause inflammation, especially with insufficient cleaning and Care of open injuries. As with any inflammatory reaction, inflammation of the ball of the foot can also occur bacteria, Viruses or Mushroomsthat were introduced in some way could be triggers.

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therapy

The therapy an inflammation of the ball of the foot depends on its cause. If the cause turns out to be poor footwear, this must be avoided. Until the inflammation subsides, general anti-inflammatory measures such as anti-inflammatory and pain relievers are available Anoint such as cooling of the foot. In the event of incorrect or overloading, a bandage be used supportively. If there is an underlying disease, the focus is on its therapy. In the case of obesity, that is Weight reduction the ultimate goal of the treatment, as this is the only way to provide meaningful relief to the foot. The rheumatoid arthritis is primarily mostly with so-called Basic therapeutics or DMARDs (= Disease Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs) such as Methotrexate treated. Bacteria are the triggers of the inflammation Antibiotics for use.

Diagnosis of inflammation of the ball of the foot

Diagnostics an inflammation of the ball of the foot begins like any examination initially with one Anamnesis interview, to the one physical examination connects. It is important for the doctor to know how the symptoms are expressed and how severe they are, at what point in time and in which situation they first appeared and how they have developed since then. During the physical examination, the examiner feels the ball of the foot and especially the ball of the foot Metatarsophalangeal joints off and pay attention Swelling, Tenderness and overheat. He also becomes cautious test the mobility. This is followed by frequent an x-ray of the foot made with special attention to the structures around the ball of the foot in order to obtain indications of possible damage. By special Blood tests can by means of so-called Inflammation parameters, to them White blood cells (Leukocytes), the C-reactive protein (CRP) and the Sedimentation rate (BSG) confirm the suspicion of inflammation. In rheumatoid arthritis, there are often also so-called Rheumatoid factors and let go of gout increased levels of uric acid in the blood prove. In order to be able to localize the place of the inflammation and a better insight into the interior of the Foot can get one Computed Tomography or one Magnetic resonance imaging be made. If these examinations are not sufficient for a diagnosis, if necessary Tissue samples can be removed for further diagnosis.

Prognosis and prophylaxis

Prognosis depends on the type and cause of the inflammation. As long as the inflammation in the acute stage is located and in time treated appropriately, the Chances of recovery good. Was that chronic stage for example already achieved in the context of rheumatoid arthritis or does not succeed, the underlying disease get under control, the likelihood of a full recovery decreases. target should it then be to minimize the discomfort.

To develop inflammation of the ball of the foot too prevent, one should be on first and foremost good shoes respect, think highly of. The long and frequent wearing from high heels is about to avoid. Incidentally, the general instructions apply to the prevention of inflammation, that means Treatment of underlying diseasesaim at an early stage that could trigger such an inflammation, thorough cleaning and care of injuries and Reduction of risk factors like obesity.