Breaks the legs in women, cramping, numb. Reasons than to treat

Aching leg pain can signal various disorders in the work of the female body. The cause of leg aches can be banal fatigue, when all systems and organs in women are working properly, however, diagnostic measures cannot be dispensed with. Methods for treating the disorder and possible complications.

Reasons for the appearance

There is a saying that pain in the legs is the lot of the elderly ("twists on the weather"), but practice shows other facts - 35% of the population between the ages of 25 and 45 has serious problems associated with dysfunction of the lower limbs.

Breaking legs in women (the reasons can be extensive - from flat feet to diabetes) for a long period, pain increases during sleep - in this case, it is important to consider possible disturbances in the work of the whole body and take action to eliminate the clinical paintings.

Leg pain as a result of vascular damage:

• trauma;
• sciatica, neuritis;
• diabetic polyneuropathy;

  

• arthritis, myositis, phlegmon;
• arthrosis, flat feet;
• improper regulation of hydrobalance.

If the soreness in the legs is temporary and disappears after a good rest, then the following factors can be the causes of the disorders:

• a sedentary lifestyle, no load on the legs, as well as the habit of throwing one leg over the other, causing gradual muscle degeneration;
• sleeping in an uncomfortable position, for example, on your stomach with your face in a pillow, when the calf muscles tighten and blood circulation increases;
• seasonality - in cold weather the body lacks vitamin D, calcium, magnesium, as well as other vitamins and minerals;
• dehydration - frequent consumption of strong coffee, tea, abuse of carbonated drinks instead of pure water;
• taking medicines - diuretics, medicines for anemia can provoke the appearance of muscle spasms;
• the period of pregnancy and lactation - load on the lower extremities, increased body need for calcium, magnesium, and other vital elements;
• stress, long-term nervous disorders, depression.

Yes, women's legs can ache for the weather, but it is forbidden to ignore the first signs of soreness in the calf muscles, since a banal violation can cause a serious illness.

Possible diseases

Pain in the legs can be caused by disturbances in the work of blood vessels, arteries, veins, and the lymphatic system.

Major diseases:

• endarteritis - dysfunction of vascular conductivity against the background of acute inflammation of the arterial walls;
• arterial atherosclerosis - deposition of calcium salts in the middle lining of the arteries, which leads to a gradual deterioration of blood circulation in the extremities;
• arthrosis, arthritis - damage to the joints against the background of the activation of the inflammatory process throughout the body;
• thrombophlebitis - thrombosis with the development of an inflammatory focus in the walls of the veins, where a thrombus appears and closes the lumen for blood circulation;
• varicose veins - Thinning of the venous wall, the formation of "venous nodes", increased venous pressure;
• flat feet - deformation of the shape of the foot, change in the longitudinal and transverse arches.

Legs break in women (the reasons may not be associated with disorders in the work of the muscular apparatus), but be a consequence of the development diabetes mellitus, when the legs cramp, and the skin on the legs and feet becomes dry, increasing the risk of calcaneal spurs.

A sedentary lifestyle can provoke the appearance of myalgia (severe muscle pain) or lead to complications of gout, due to the gradual increase in uric acid salts in the joints.

It is important to correctly diagnose a violation in the work of the female body in order to eliminate painful symptoms and avoid complications.

Diagnostics

Diagnosis of diseases associated with pain in the extremities includes the following activities:

• x-ray of the lower extremities;
• dopplerography (to detect varicose veins);
• angiography of blood vessels;
• bacterial culture of the joint fluid;
• blood chemistry;
• CT scan;
• Magnetic resonance imaging.

Depending on the diagnosis made, treatment will be carried out by such specialists - an orthopedist, vascular surgeon, neurologist, rheumatologist, vertebrologist (for spinal disorders), traumatologist, phlebologist, endocrinologist.

When to see a doctor

For long-term joint aches, fatigue when walking, numbness in the legs, swelling, redness of the problem area, pulsating seizures or seizures, it is important to immediately seek help from specialist.

If the soreness increases with physical exertion, the feet become numb, there is swelling, redness in the area of ​​the joint, then such symptoms may indicate the development of atherosclerosis of the arteries, arthrosis, arthritis. In advanced cases, the joints are deformed, which can threaten limb amputation.

Even if leg aches are a sign of "fatigue syndrome" (symptoms disappear after rest), it is important to visit an orthopedic doctor to rule out the development of a pathological disorder.

Prophylaxis

Improving the general condition of the body and eliminating the "tired legs syndrome" can be done with the help of preventive methods:

• wear comfortable shoes that do not injure or increase pain in the joints;
• play sports with a sedentary lifestyle - regularly perform a list of simple exercises (squatting, swinging legs, running, jumping, cycling, birch tree);

  

• control the load on the limbs during intensive training;
• eat well, observing the balance of proteins / fats / carbohydrates (plant foods, red meat, fruits, vegetables, seafood, fish, herbs, legumes);
• introduce into the diet foods high in calcium, magnesium, potassium, fluoride, sodium (cottage cheese, fermented milk products, parsley, cilantro, celery, seaweed, avocado, bananas, cereals, dried fruits);
• drink at least 2 liters of clean water per day;
• sleep for at least 7-8 hours;
• avoid hypothermia;
• trim nails carefully, excluding soft tissue injury;
• give up alcohol and smoking;
• timely treat viral diseases;
• control the level of hormones in postmenopausal women;
• after 40 years, regularly donate blood for cholesterol;
• to increase the level of stress resistance - to learn to "correctly" perceive critical (negative) situations, in order to avoid the development of neurosis and the appearance of a depressive state.

When diagnosing rheumatoid diseases, acute infectious disorders, neurological pathologies, it is important to follow the recommendations of a specialized doctor and not self-medicate.

Treatment methods

Legs break in women (the reasons can be both psychological and physical), it is important to correctly diagnose the disease and focus on eliminating painful symptoms.

Medications

Drug treatment involves the use of various forms of conservative therapy:

• analgesic injections - injected intramuscularly or into the capsule of the bone joint (Ketanov, Analgin, Novocain);
• tablets with a pronounced analgesic effect - used for severe forms of joint diseases (Sulparin, Aspirin, Ksefokam);
• topical ointments and gels - have an anti-inflammatory effect (Diclofenac, Nimesulide), have a pronounced warming effect (Finalgon, Kapsikam);
• pads for the removal of acute pain syndrome - "extinguish" the foci of inflammation in the joints (compresses with Dimexidum, Novocaine, Analgin);
• venous drugs - to restore the work of the vascular valve apparatus (Remaxlim, Venotonin, Hondratin);
• angioprotectors - strengthening the walls of blood vessels, increasing their strength and restoring elasticity (Diosmin, Avikularin, Quercetin);
• immunostimulants - to enhance the protective functions of the body (Vitrum, Echinacea, Beta-Imun, Calcium with Vitamin D, Citra-Calcemin).

Name of funds	Appointment	How to use	A course of treatment	Price, in rubles
Ketanov	With the development of pain syndrome of various genesis	Tablets - 10 mg up to 4 times a day Solution - 10-30 mg, depending on the severity of the pain syndrome	The maximum course is no more than 5 days	90-260
Aspirin 500 mg	Has analgesic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory properties	Inside after eating - 1-2 tablets, repeated administration after 4-8 hours. Daily dose - 4 g	Single dose, to relieve spasms	230
Diclofenac ointment	Ointment for external use, to eliminate the focus of inflammation, reduce stiffness, swelling, swelling of the joints	Apply to the skin 2-3 times a day, in a thin layer, rubbing lightly with massage movements	No more than 14 days, after which a doctor's consultation is required.	200-350
Finalgon ointment	Has a vasodilating effect, leads to a decrease in pain. Used for topical treatment of joint and muscle pain	It is applied with a dispenser to the painful area 2-3 times a day	3-5 days, do not use on sensitive areas	90-280
Phlebodia 600	To increase the tone of small veins, improve venous outflow, there is a pronounced lymphatic drainage	1 tab. per day, taken on an empty stomach, daily dose - 1800 mg (table 3)	No more than 8 weeks	From 590
AngioNorm	Natural raw materials are used as part of complex therapy, with an increase in platelet aggregation, violation of venous circulation, has anti-inflammatory, tonic and diuretic action	1 table. 3 times a day after meals	The total duration of treatment is 3 weeks. Increase in time and dosage - according to the recommendation of a specialist	1890 -2200
Citra-Calcemin	Vitamin supplement for strengthening the bone apparatus, joints, teeth, periodontium.	1-2 tab. 2 times a day, daily dosage - no more than 4 tablets.	2-4 weeks	280-340

Traditional methods

Treatment of joint pain with folk remedies relieves painful symptoms, but does not eliminate the cause of the ailment.

Several effective methods:

• vinegar baths - before going to bed, put your feet in warm water with the addition of a few tablespoons of vinegar (the water must be acidic), soak for 15 minutes, then put on warm socks and go to bed (blood circulation increases, blood permeability in the gaps increases arteries);
• cabbage compresses - for joint aches, take a cabbage leaf, pour over it with boiling water, then grease it with honey and apply to the patient place, wrap your leg with a warm scarf on top, you can leave it overnight or remove the lotion after a few hours;
• potato broth - boil a vegetable in a uniform, then choose a potato, and take a third of a glass 3 times a day for standing water with a high starch content, until complete recovery;
• homemade warming ointment - take 2 parts of chopped yarrow herb, add part of St. John's wort and calendula, melt a spoonful of honey and petroleum jelly in a water bath, add to the composition and mix thoroughly. Use before bedtime, apply to problem areas.

If, after using the folk method, the pain increases, it is important to abandon self-medication and be sure to visit an orthopedic doctor.

Other methods

To eliminate aching and heaviness in the legs, you need to change your lifestyle:

• carefully control weight, take care of the introduction into the diet of sources of fatty Omega-3 acids, vitamins C, K, B5, D (fish, jelly, rose hips, citrus fruits, spinach, greens, liver, offal);
• physiotherapy - loads on certain muscle groups (stretching, jumping, pulling the leg to the side, bending, swimming, jogging);
• foot massage - for the procedure, use natural oils (shea, argan, avocado, coconut, grape seed), first take shower, and after stroking movements "process" the area from calves to thighs, focus on sensations (without pressure or strong warming up).

To relieve fatigue, doctors advise to perform a contrast shower every day, 2-3 approaches are enough to change the temperature of the water. Then wipe off with a dry towel and you can proceed to further business.

Possible complications

Leg pain may indicate the development of diseases such as damage to peripheral nerve fibers, impaired blood flow in the arteries, deformation of the arch of the foot, atherosclerosis of the vessels of the legs and etc.

If you do not contact a specialized doctor in a timely manner, you can start a pathological process that can lead to rapid fatigue, swelling, lameness, pain even at rest, risk of losing support function limbs.

Even if leg aches in women occurs due to meteorological changes, it is necessary to exclude the possibility of vascular damage and direct actions to improve the health of the whole body.

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