Natoptysh called a certain type of corns, which have a dry texture, which are characterized by the presence of the rod. They can appear both on the front of the sole and on the heel. Such skin defects are not only far from an aesthetic look, but often bring a lot of inconvenience to a person. You can get rid of them both with the help of pharmacy and folk, the most simple means.
What are natoptysh on a sole with a rod?
Externally, the corns are identical to many other calluses, have a hard surface consisting of coarse epithelial cells. However, unlike simple corn formations, they are not able to capture the deeper layers of the skin. They have a yellowish tint, the shape may be flat or somewhat rounded. The natoptysh is somewhat rough to the touch, but it can be quite smooth. The core is visible in the thickness of the skin - with a rod form.
Most often, such corns appear on the heel and foot. This is due to increased pressure on these surfaces in the process of walking. The presence of cracks. The main characteristic of such formations is the lack of sensitivity inherent in healthy skin. Often, such untreated changes give complications in the form of deformation of the fingers (in particular, a large one).
In this case, the finger shifts, violating the full function of the foot and even delivering pain. Walking is especially troublesome because the person feels pain. In severe cases, it becomes so unbearable that any load on the sole turns into anguish. But in this case, you can help get rid of the problem. It is better not to start the process, since at the beginning of the disease it is easiest to stop it.
Causes
Bear with a rod have a different kind of nature. They can appear after long walking on extremely high heels or in close, uncomfortable shoes. But also as a result of any serious skin disease that leads to infection and, accordingly, changes in certain areas of the skin. The reasons for the appearance of corns with core inclusion include:
- Walking in high heels (from 6 cm and above);
- Excessive long-term pressure on the sole (standing or walking for hours);
- Metabolic disorders (diabetes and other endocrine diseases);
- Fungal lesions of the skin of the foot;
- The presence of excess weight;
- Diseases of the nervous system, leading to disruption of the proper functioning of organ systems, to the incorrect innervation of the skin;
- Circulatory diseases;
- Old age (but this condition often occurs in young people);
- Arthritis (in particular - rheumatoid form);
- Excessive sweating (most often it is the feet that sweat);
- Other pathological processes in history.
Women and girls who like to walk on heels, when detecting corns, should refuse such shoes. When choosing shoes or boots, it is important to pay attention to their convenience - the foot should not feel discomfort or pain. It is not recommended to buy shoes that are at least half a size smaller.
There should not be a squeeze, friction and other unpleasant moments. From constant rubbing, the skin becomes coarse and there can be various kinds of corns on it. It is quite common that natoptys appear in individuals who are engaged in professional running or are forced by the nature of their profession to withstand severe stresses on their legs (for example, ballet dancers, dancers).
Tenants on the sole with the rod: methods of treatment
First of all, after the diagnosis of corns, you need to revise your shoes for comfort and the lack of high heels. If such corns are not too disturbed by a person who practices ballet or jogging (professional), there is no need to change the profession.
But if the pain is unbearable, it is better to give up work that contributes to the development of such a problem. For example, flyers and couriers can find a safer way to earn money without loading their legs. It is important to avoid overloading.
Normally, the heel size in shoes should not exceed five centimeters, in some cases - 4 cm. At home it is better to go barefoot (if conditions allow) or in soft, comfortable slippers.
After a hard day of work it is recommended to lie down, fixing the legs in a raised position. It is enough to put a pillow or a special roller under the feet.
It is impossible to achieve the maximum effect of therapy with respect to the corns on the sole with the rod, unless the factors leading to their appearance are eliminated. If nothing changes in your life, the process will progress and lead to an intractable form.
In the case when the skin is affected by a fungus or other infection, it will require treatment of this particular disease and only after that it is possible to eliminate completely and the actual corns. Algorithm of actions of the patient:
- Seeking a doctor (at the first symptoms), who will make an accurate diagnosis and give the necessary recommendations;
- Change of shoes for a more comfortable, soft;
- Consultation with specialists, if there is a history of serious diseases such as diabetes, rheumatism and others;
- The use of special therapeutic cream, which can be purchased at the pharmacy (softening action);
- The use of therapeutic patches;
- If the pain is unbearable, you can resort to taking analgesics, anti-inflammatory drugs (but only if indicated);
- Include in the diet foods rich in vitamins, especially E and retinol;
- Independently allowed to partially cut off the corns only if there is no serious disease associated with blood circulation in the history.
Usually, doctors remove the corns surgically. After surgery, increased load on the legs is prohibited. The footwear at the same time gets the most comfortable.
When corns appear, consult a dermatologist, who will examine the surface of the affected skin and make an accurate diagnosis.
In the treatment of corns with a rod, they resort to the following methods of treatment (besides surgery): cryotherapy (freezing), grinding (getting rid of old callosities), laser method (removing hardened skin areas without pain).
How to treat natoptysh on the sole with the core of folk methods
In no case is not recommended to resort to self-treatment, as this may cause the wrong approach to therapy and increase the problem. The undertreated process is always aggravated or begins to gradually bring more and more inconveniences. In addition to the official means that the doctor prescribes, there are often used by the people, quite effective.
Lemon from natoptyshy
For this purpose, apply lemon rind (with pulp). Pre-steam the affected area on the leg. Then applied to the problem area and bandage. After the bandage is removed, the falling soft skin is removed.
Homemade ointment
For this purpose, 20 g of vinegar is mixed with the same amount of sunflower oil and raw chicken egg. The mixture is then infused in a cold place for 24 hours. After five or four days, you will see a positive result of such therapy.
Healing Foot Bath
For treatment, soda, ammonia, soap (chips) are dissolved in warm water. After that, the legs are immersed in the resulting solution and incubated for a certain time.
This allows you to soften hard corns, as well as eliminate additional unpleasant symptoms.
Preventive measures
Any, even proven methods, may not be entirely appropriate in a particular case. Therefore, it is recommended to contact the doctor in any case. Not every effective cream can help, without harming the body, if there is a history of allergic reactions.
Experts select the method of treatment of corns on the sole with the rod, based on a particular clinical picture of the patient, given his concomitant diseases or excessive exercise.
All diseases and negative moments are easier to prevent than to try to cure, therefore it is so important to lead a healthy lifestyle, excluding overwork.
Prophylactic foot baths are very helpful. You should also use emollient creams. Foot massage will help prevent the appearance and development of corns with a rod. If you are overweight, you must adhere to special diets and moderately move. Refusal of bad habits and regular hygiene help prevent the occurrence of corns and other unpleasant formations on the skin of the feet.
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