Foot injuries can occur in many ways, including falls on concrete floors, wood edges, slippery surfaces, and other hard surfaces. You also may be injured by sprains or strains on your feet if you have diabetes, arthritis, nerve damage, a history of trauma to your legs, or an injury to one of your ankles, heels, forefoot, ankle bones, or toes. There is no cure for foot injuries. However, you can prevent them from happening in the first place by taking these steps:
Stop using certain shoes
Keep your feet covered with clothing that meets the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Never stand more than three inches above your ground
Practice proper foot care—such as frequent foot cleaning with alcohol pads or soap and water
A healthy routine recommended by a doctor includes getting plenty of rest and staying active all day long. If your foot gets badly injured, there will be blood clots all over your foot, which could cause swelling and discomfort. The most important thing if your foot hurts is not wearing socks and shoes with thickened or padded soles, which can lead to future problems. To help prevent further injury, wear footwear with soft soles and avoid going for shoes that are too heavy.
Stages Of An Injury To Your Feet
The first stage of your foot injury is the bleeding. This may be bleeding from the inside of your foot, bleeding on top of the skin, or both. It also might include bleeding near the affected area, bleeding underneath the skin, or fluid leaking from either your foot into the surrounding areas. Next, you will see signs of inflammation. This usually means a rash or redness or itchy cells. Tissues can get infected to produce pus or abscesses. At this point, you should visit a physician for diagnosis because you may require surgery to repair any part of your foot.
What Causes A Properly-Cared For Leg?
As mentioned earlier, the primary purpose of keeping your feet and ankles protected against anything bad is prevention. All over the world, people are becoming aware of various causes of foot ulcers, such as excessive use of heaters, stress, obesity, poor diet, and smoking. These factors have been linked to increasing cases of foot ulcers. Another significant factor is medication abuse. People who use medications tend to develop more complex foot diseases such as diabetic foot disease, arthritic foot disease, psoriatic arthritis, and non-healing diabetic ulcers.
Types Of Diabetes Foot Diseases
Diabetes foot diseases include a variety of conditions that affect the body’s sole. According to studies, type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes in children today. The majority of these disorders develop due to the lack of insulin produced by the pancreas. Most people suffering from these types of diabetes are already overweight and often suffer from high blood pressure. Type two diabetes has multiple different types, namely non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM), pre-diabetes, gestational diabetes mellitus, and hyperinsulinemia. NIDDM is currently the fastest growing disease, while gestational and post-diabetes are slowly catching up through increased awareness.
Causes Of Diabetes In Children
In children, diabetes occurs mainly due to obesity. Many children who have obesity live with diabetes. Obesity can result in decreased glucose absorption and increasing levels of fatty acids in blood. Excess fat accumulates around joints and promotes tissue inflammation. High cholesterol levels can cause atherosclerosis, or inflammation of arteries, which increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Increased amounts of sodium in urine stream leads to kidney stones and kidney failure, which can result in sudden death. Certain diets can also be associated with diabetes in children, such as those rich in carbohydrates and fats. Other factors that can contribute to diabetes in children include diabetes caused by prolonged pregnancy, vitamin C deficiency, and kidney failure. Additionally, increased exposure to benzodiazepines can reduce the effectiveness of antidepressants and increase their risks of causing diabetes.
Types Of Arthritis Joint Illnesses
There are several types of arthritis that affect the ears, shoulders, hands, wrists, knees, hips, and lower back. Severe arthritis usually affects joint mobility and destroys muscles and cartilage. Common forms of arthritis include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and degenerative joint disease. Osteoarthritis is a general term used to describe joint disease that affects only the small bones of the ear, shoulder, wrist, knee, hand, thigh, hip, and back. Rheumatoid arthritis is a rare inflammatory disease where the body produces abnormal osteoclasts that cause joint deterioration. Degenerative joint disease can lead to severe weakness and loss of physical ability and function. Both rheumatoid and degenerative joint disease can cause stiffness of the neck, back, buttocks, arms, and hips, and sometimes cause difficulty breathing.
Prevention Of Diabetes Disease
Diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle injuries are complex processes. They require a thorough medical evaluation, followed by medical advice and treatment. Diagnosis of injury requires a trained professional with specialized knowledge of the subject. Treating the injury requires special measures and medications to resolve the symptoms. Physical therapy and weight reduction exercises, along with support and education, are crucial components of treating foot injury. Over the next few weeks, we will continue our series of helpful resources on the right foot care to help you address your foot health problem.