Causes and treatment of bone growth. Exostosis: what is it? Causes of bone growths and modern methods of their treatment

For almost two centuries, the behavior of bone formation has been studied, the appearance and progression of which people are not always aware of. It is unknown how common the pathology is among the population, because in most cases it occurs latently and asymptomatically. Medicine has a large arsenal of methods surgical treatment, but to date no unified tactics have been developed. Exostosis disease occurs in children, adolescents and young adults aged 8-20 years during puberty. There are no data on the incidence of children under 6 years of age.

What is exostosis

Single or multiple benign neoplasms arising on the surface of the bone from gradually hardening cartilage tissue, has two names - bone exostosis or osteochondroma. This tumor is from 10 mm to 10 cm in size and has a spherical, spinous, mushroom-shaped, linear shape. Responsible for the growth of skeletal tissue in adolescence, the epiphyseal plate, located at the ends of the long tubular bones of the extremities, is the platform from which the formation of osteochondroma begins.

Exostotic disease is a common primary defect, accounting for 10-12% of all types of bone tumors and 50% of benign formations. At the initial stage of development, it is cartilage, reminiscent of articular, and over time it turns into spongy bone, framed by a cartilaginous shell up to 1 cm thick. The covering of cartilage tissue constantly grows and hardens, increasing the size of the tumor. The formation is persistent, but facts have been noted when it gradually smoothed out and disappeared forever.

Reasons for the formation of exostosis

The etiology of the tumor is not always determined by doctors. It is known that a single compaction occurs as a result of increased growth of cartilage tissue caused by a number of reasons, and multiple neoplasms are inherited, family diseases. There are a number of external factors that contribute to the occurrence of spongy growth:

• chronic inflammatory diseases of bone or cartilage tissue;
• intensive tissue growth at the sites of injuries, fractures, bruises, and skeletal injuries;
• infectious diseases;
• abnormalities in the development of periosteum and cartilage;
• excess calcium in the body, stimulating the development of bone tissue;
• increased skeletal growth during puberty in adolescents;
• disruption of the endocrine system.

Symptoms of exostosis

Signs of pathology depend on its location and size. Detecting a tumor can sometimes be difficult because long time its formation is asymptomatic - slow and painless. As a rule, a lump is discovered by chance when it begins to be palpated and becomes noticeable upon examination. Pain syndrome occurs when the growth increases to a certain size.

When the tumor is large, compression of blood vessels and nerves occurs, pain occurs during movement, physical stress, pressure on the bone, and as the compaction grows, the pain intensifies. At this stage, headaches and dizziness, numbness in parts of the body, and a sensation of pins and needles on the skin are also possible. The pathology is accompanied by pain when it degenerates into a malignant tumor. Severe pain is characterized by exostosis of the knee joint, destruction or peeling of the nail under the influence of a growing growth, etc.

Forms and localization of exostoses

Osteochondral pathologies can be divided into solitary (single) and multiple. Both types of formations have different causes and cause various complications, strike different age categories of people:

• solitary osteochondral exostosis is a single immobile growth that, as it grows, compresses nearby nerve trunks and vessels, causing severe pain. The disease is acquired and is the result of injuries, infectious and inflammatory processes in the body. For example, after a hip fracture, exostosis of the femur is likely to develop. In 70% of cases, the defect occurs in patients under 30 years of age. In adolescents, the process progresses during rapid growth bone tissue and stops upon completion of the formation of the skeleton;
• multiple exostotic chondrodysplasia - several located in different places growths that, as they grow, touch the adjacent bone, damage and deform joints. Such neoplasms are diseases that are inherited according to an autosomal dominant type of inheritance, in which only one defective gene is enough for the development of pathology. The tumor occurs more often in patients under 20 years of age.

Initially, the defect is located on the metaphysis - the rounded, expanded end section of the tubular bone of the limb. As the skeleton grows, it moves towards the diaphysis - central department long bone. The increase in the defect occurs away from the articulation of the bones, but the facts are known and reverse direction growth, which leads to impaired functionality of the joint.

The location of the tumor is often the pelvic, tibia and femur bones, forearm, collarbone, scapula, ribs, vertebrae, knee joints. Exostosis is common calcaneus, knee joint, spine. The growth rarely appears on the phalanges of the fingers and toes; cases of tumor occurrence on the skull are unknown. Marginal exostoses form at the bone ends.

Diagnostics

Detection of pathology often occurs unexpectedly, when touching a place where discomfort is felt. Another accident is the reflection of the tumor on an x-ray taken in connection with another disease. Often the reason for diagnostic procedures The patient complains of pain in the joints and spine, accompanied by dizziness, numbness in parts of the body, etc. Execution x-ray examination mandatory in any case - in the absence pain syndrome and if available.

If there is a sudden increase in tumor growth, an increase in its diameter by more than 5 cm, and the thickness of the cartilage coating by more than 1 cm, it is required urgent implementation x-ray. Suspicion of malignancy arises when the outline is irregular in shape with unclear edges. Sometimes the tumor appears mottled and the bone around the lesion is swollen. To clarify the diagnosis, a biopsy is performed based on material taken from several areas. Sometimes an MRI or CT scan may be needed.

The image clearly shows that the contours of the underlying cancellous bone of the neoplasm merge. The cartilaginous cap is not visible, but the foci of calcification present in it are recognized. When microscopy of the cartilage coating, randomly located chondrocytes are clearly visible - tissue cells of different sizes. In older people, the cartilaginous cap may be absent. The thickness of the shell should be no more than 1 cm; for larger values, it is necessary to check for the presence of secondary, malignant chondrosarcoma.

Treatment of exostosis

In most precedents, the pathological focus behaves calmly - after the age of 20, it does not change in size, does not cause pain, and does not limit the functionality of parts of the skeleton. In this case, treatment of the defect is not required, only observation is carried out. If pain occurs, the tumor quickly grows, severe bone deformation develops at the site of the tumor, discomfort is felt, it is excised with complete removal cartilaginous cap and scraping the periosteum adjacent to it using a medical chisel.

If it is necessary to remove the growth along with the root, a bone defect may form that needs to be filled with a graft. In this place bone structure will be restored only after 2 years. More preferable are preservation operations, during which the formation is fractured at the site of transition into the maternal bone and removed as a single block. Using a cutter, the surface of the mother bone is processed without removing the root of the growth from it.

The operation is performed under local anesthesia or general anesthesia, making a small incision skin at the location of the growth. The patient leaves the clinic 14 days after the operation, the rehabilitation period ranges from 14 days to 2 months. If the growth degenerates into a malignant form, the patient is hospitalized in the oncology department for surgery, chemotherapy or radiation therapy.

Complications of exostosis

Disease for a long time does not cause pain, but it is not safe. The growth can cause complications that impair the functionality of organs located next to it and are accompanied by severe pain. Some of them have a poor prognosis and are fatal without treatment. During the development of osteochondroma, the following dangerous phenomena are often observed.

Today, doctors quite often diagnose bone or cartilaginous exostosis in children.

But what is this disease, what are the factors of its occurrence and what consequences can it entail if left untreated?

What is exostosis

This disease is characterized by bone growths on the surface of the bones. These formations can have different shapes and sizes. For example, the growth may have the shape of a cauliflower or a mushroom. A bone tumor is formed from spongy dense tissue.

Sometimes the growths are formed from cartilage tissue. However, it is worth noting that the designation “cartilaginous exostosis” is incorrect, because subsequently the tumor ossifies and turns into spongy tissue.

At the same time, its surface is covered with hyaline cartilage, which is an area of ​​growth.

Reasons for the occurrence of education

In reality, the factors behind the formation of such a tumor may be different. Basically, growths of this kind are the result of excessive tissue growth in the area of ​​bone damage. This phenomenon often develops after surgery, fractures or cracks.

However, there are other causes of exostosis. As statistics show, this problem often affects children and adolescents, which is often attributed to physiological characteristics organism, namely to intensive growth.

In addition, there is hereditary factor and all kinds inflammatory diseases bones of a chronic nature. In some cases, formations develop against the background of inflammatory processes in the mucous membranes and fibrosis.

Also, the reasons may lie in bone chondromatosis and aseptic necrosis. Exostosis mainly forms in people who have congenital skeletal abnormalities.

Moreover, the formation may indicate the presence of a benign bone tumor.

But not in every case the doctor can identify the origin and causes of such a disease.

Symptoms

In most cases, exostosis in children does not cause any particular discomfort. The pathology occurs without any symptoms, so it is diagnosed accidentally when scheduled inspection. However, sometimes signs do appear and they are as follows:

• Painful sensations and discomfort that appear when pressing on the affected area, during movement or physical strain.
• If the tumor is located near a joint, then range of motion may be limited.
• Exostosis is often palpable.
• The intensity of the pain syndrome increases as the formation develops.

Modern diagnostics

In fact, pathologies of this kind are easily diagnosed. The doctor may suspect the presence of a tumor already during the examination of the patient, because a certain localization of exostosis allows it to be felt in certain places.

Moreover, an important role in the diagnostic process is given to the symptoms that appear and the medical history.

To confirm the diagnosis, the patient must undergo an x-ray examination. Exostosis in children and adolescents is easily visible in the picture. It is noteworthy that the true size of the tumor is generally a couple of millimeters larger, because cartilage is not visible on an x-ray.

Sometimes the doctor prescribes additional research. In particular, this applies to those cases when the tumor is growing rapidly, since there is always a risk that the formation may be a malignant degeneration of cells.

To confirm or refute such a diagnosis, the doctor prescribes a biopsy, during which tissue samples are taken for subsequent laboratory and cytological analysis.

Treatment

Modern medicine offers a single method of treatment - removal of the growth through surgery. Without a doubt, surgery is not necessary for every person.

As mentioned earlier, often growths of this kind do not threaten the general health, and the disease proceeds without visible manifestations.

Surgical removal of exostosis in children is indicated in situations where the tumor has big size or growing too quickly. In addition, indications for surgery include severe pain and lack of motor activity.

Sometimes surgery is performed only because exostosis is a significant cosmetic defect.

Today, medical treatment methods make it possible to eliminate tumors in bone tissue very quickly. To remove exostosis, a small incision is made, the length of which is no more than 2 centimeters.

Such a surgical intervention, and most often it is, is minimally invasive; it does not require specific preparation, prolonged hospitalization and long recovery.

Basically, after a few days after the operation, people gradually return to a normal lifestyle.

Complications that can be caused by exostosis in children

Sometimes even a small formation on the bones can cause various problems, which can significantly affect the patient’s quality of life. In addition, there are complications that arise from exostosis in children.

First, it should be noted that the large size of the tumor often rests on nearby bones, which leads to their subsequent deformation. Negative consequences also include fracture of the exostosis leg, however, this phenomenon is rare.

But the greatest danger lies in the likelihood of a malignant tumor. Sometimes in patients the occurrence of a formation is a harbinger of a malignant tumor. Cancer often develops on the shoulder blades, hip and pelvic bones, and on the vertebrae.

Hallux valgus, or bunion, is accompanied by a change in the position of the toe and pain at the head of the first metatarsal bone, which connects it to the bones of the foot. This is a common orthopedic problem, occurring mainly in middle-aged and elderly women. In developed countries, this disease is registered in 37% of people over 65 years of age.
Content:

• Why does a bone grow on my foot?
• Why is the bone in my foot swollen?
• What to do if it hurts
• How to treat
• Removal operation
• Other methods of surgical treatment
• Laser removal
• Traditional treatment hallux valgus deformity thumb
• Treatment at home
• Gymnastics and exercises
• Prevention

Why does a bone grow on my foot?

Most patients have a hereditary predisposition to the disease. However, the bone begins to grow only under the influence of unfavorable factors, first of all tight shoes with high heels. This causes pain when walking and an unaesthetic appearance of the foot. The thumb gradually displaces the index finger upward, and calluses appear on their surfaces.

The articulation between the first metatarsal bone and the first phalanx of the big toe accounts for up to 50% of a person's weight during walking. When walking, the axis of the joint and toes is parallel to the long axis of the foot. This is ensured by uniform tension of muscles and tendons. When gait mechanics are impaired, for example by wearing narrow shoes or high heels, the degree of tension on the tendons changes. As a result, the joint begins to bend with a convexity to the side.

Lateral pull also causes changes transverse arch feet, namely, transverse flatfoot. The forefoot is flattened, as a result of which the first metatarsal bone rotates with its peripheral end outward. The capsule of the joint formed by the head of the metatarsal bone and the first phalanx of the big toe is stretched to the side.

At the same time, the direction of action of the muscles of the 1st toe changes. As a result of stretching of the joint capsule, their tendons are displaced, and the muscles that normally flex and extend the finger begin to pull the phalanx towards the center. As a result, valgus deformation of the joint increases and subluxation develops in it.

Deviation of the metatarsal bone is accompanied by its rotation. The articular surfaces begin to rub against each other, which causes arthrosis of the metatarsophalangeal joint. This leads to disruption of the sole rolling while walking. At the same time, the patient begins to spare the affected area, turning the foot so that it rests more on the outer edge of the foot. The load on the heads of the 2nd – 5th metatarsal bones increases, which shift downwards.

Due to increased load soft fabrics in the area of ​​the 2nd – 5th metatarsal bones on the sole, the layer of fatty tissue decreases, and painful calluses form.

The drooping heads of the 2nd to 5th metatarsal bones form subluxations in the corresponding joints connecting the foot and toes. The flexor muscles begin to pull the toes toward the foot, causing them to become hammer-shaped. Arthrosis of these joints occurs. Severe transverse flatfoot develops.

Thus, the joint between the metatarsal and phalangeal bones of the big toe changes its shape (remodels), which is accompanied by a structural change in the articular cartilage and the growth of bone tissue in the lateral part of the joint. This is how the “bone” appears. If biomechanical factors are not corrected, excessive rotation of the foot will continue and the deformity will increase.

Why is the bone in my foot swollen?

If the patient has healthy feet, he can safely wear narrow shoes, and a woman can wear high-heeled shoes. Changes occur only if there is a predisposition to foot deformities. At the same time, uncomfortable shoes do not hold the toes in the correct position and do not prevent the development of pathology.

Tumor and pain in the bone occur under the influence of biomechanical, traumatic and metabolic factors. Biomechanical instability is the abnormal alignment of the foot when walking due to congenital changes in the bones or tendons. This pathology develops slowly.

Metabolic disorders that can cause swelling of the metatarsophalangeal joint:

• gouty, rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis;
• pathology of connective tissue within the framework of Down, Marfan, Ehlers-Danlos syndromes;
• connective tissue dysplasia;
• neuromuscular diseases: children's cerebral paralysis, multiple sclerosis, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease;
• overweight;
• hormonal imbalance during pregnancy or menopause;
• osteoporosis.

The disease can appear as a result of a bruise, a joint fracture, or damage to surrounding soft tissues. For all these conditions, there are treatment features. Therefore, if pain occurs in the joints of the foot and big toe, you should consult an orthopedist.

What to do if it hurts

If you have pain in the first metatarsophalangeal joint, you should consult an orthopedic doctor. Treatment depends on the stage of the disease. You should first install accurate diagnosis, on which further tactics will depend.

Laboratory tests are usually not required. However, if you suspect systemic diseases accompanied by the appearance of a “bone” on the leg, the following tests are prescribed:

• uric acid;
• erythrocyte sedimentation rate;
• C-reactive protein;
• antinuclear antibodies;
• rheumatoid factor.

The main role in diagnosis belongs to imaging methods, which make it possible to see the damaged joint and bones. Standard method assessment of pathology and associated deformities - radiography of the foot. It is carried out in several projections and allows you to accurately assess the location of the joint and tendons, the size and shape of the bone growth, and its position relative to other bones of the foot. A radiologist examines various angles and positions of bone formations.

When assessing the condition of the first metatarsophalangeal joint, where the “bone” is formed, pay attention to 2 aspects:

• width and uniformity of the joint space; with arthrosis, these indicators change;
• the presence of bone outgrowths - osteophytes, which increase pain and are a sign of severe damage.

Depending on the clinical and radiological signs The following stages of the disease are distinguished:

• in the initial stage, the deviation of the metatarsal bone from other parts of the foot does not exceed 15°, the deformation is minor, there is no severe pain;
• at the second stage, the axis of the metatarsal bone deviates by 20°, proximal phalanx presses against the second finger at an angle, lifting it;
• in severe cases, the deviation exceeds 30°, many bones and joints of the foot are deformed, a large painful bone is identified on the leg, calluses and skin ulcerations appear.

How to treat

Hallux valgus deformity must be corrected in the following cases:

• pain when walking;
• joint deformity;
• inability to select shoes;
• decreased activity or changes in usual lifestyle due to pain;
• complications of bunions in the legs.

Possible complications of hallux valgus:

• neuritis (inflammation, pinched nerve);
• overlapping the second finger with the first;
• hammertoe deformity;
• fusion of the joints of the foot;
• tendon inflammation;
• skin calluses and ulcers.

The ineffectiveness of conservative methods used to eliminate pain is an indication for surgical intervention.

Some patients turn to the surgeon at an early stage of the disease due to fear of disfiguring foot deformity in the future. However, the rapid development of shape abnormalities with hallux valgus is uncharacteristic, therefore, in such cases, conservative methods are prescribed. The main indications for surgery are pain and discomfort when walking when medications and orthopedic devices are ineffective.

There are more than 300 ways to correct deformity of the metatarsophalangeal joint and accompanying transverse flatfoot. Such diversity is a sign of insufficient effectiveness of any intervention, since none of them eliminates the cause of the disease. The operation does not affect the weakness of the ligaments and muscles of the foot, and therefore cannot completely eliminate all deformities and restore the complex biomechanism of normal walking.

The operation is not performed in the following cases:

• severe atherosclerosis of peripheral arteries;
• acute infection;
• infectious arthritis;
• absence of pain in the presence of only deformation;
• advanced age;
• myocardial infarction within the last 6 months;
• poor patient care, inability to undergo medical supervision;
• heavy accompanying illnesses, for example, decompensated diabetes mellitus.

In this case, soft shoe pads, medications, and orthopedic devices are prescribed.

Physiotherapy is also used: shock wave method, electrophoresis of lidase, novocaine, ultrasound, magnetic field. These methods improve blood circulation in the affected joint, improve its nutrition and reduce pain.

Removal operation

It is better to plan surgical intervention in the spring or autumn, while it is still quite warm, but there is no heat, and the legs do not swell. While the patient is awaiting surgery, he must select appropriate shoes. It should be wide enough in the front with enough room for your fingers. Internal seams should not put pressure on painful areas. Low heels required.

You need to think about moving the furniture in your home to more convenient places. Even minor changes, such as rearranging your bed, can make recovery from surgery easier. It is necessary to plan the loads so as not to transfer weight to the front of the operated feet. In the first 1.5 months after the intervention, it is necessary to wear special shoes with primary support on the heel area.

Hospitalization is carried out on the day of surgery. You must have a medical insurance card, a referral and other documents with you. Required documents. The patient signs a consent form for anesthesia and surgery and meets with the surgeon, who can ask his questions.

You should not eat or drink anything for 6 hours before surgery. On the morning of surgery, you should only take your usual medications as prescribed by your doctor.

Before hospitalization, you need to leave all jewelry at home and take a shower.

The operation is performed under local anesthesia, which means the patient is conscious but does not feel pain. Only in severe cases can epidural anesthesia be used, which causes loss of sensation in the lower limbs, or even general anesthesia. This is discussed in advance with the doctor.

The procedure lasts about 45 minutes. Enter into the operation area local anesthetic causing numbness in the thumb area. An incision is made on the inside of the toe, from the middle of the proximal (first from the foot) phalanx to the middle of the first metatarsal bone on the forefoot. If the deformity is severe, the incision is extended to the proximal end of the metatarsal bone (to the middle of the foot).

The doctor removes bone growths and excess soft tissue around the joint. Next, a transverse cut of the metatarsal bone (osteotomy) is performed. The marginal end of the bone moves outward, and the finger straightens. The bones are fixed in their new position using pins, screws or metal wires.

For more serious defects, a double osteotomy is performed, that is, not only the metatarsal bone is corrected, but also the phalanx of the big toe. A bandage is applied that corrects the shape of the joint and gently compresses the tissue to avoid swelling. Traction can be used nail phalanx finger so that cartilage tissue grows between the resected areas, while maintaining mobility in the metatarsophalangeal joint.

As a rule, the patient remains in the hospital for 1 night and receives painkillers, and then is discharged home. Upon discharge, it is advisable for him to buy soft sneakers 2 sizes larger than usual.

After discharge, dressings are carried out in the clinic every 2 to 3 days, sutures are removed after 10 days. You must see a surgeon in 1 – 1.5 months. After the operation, you need to wear special shoes recommended by the orthopedist and do not put stress on the forefoot. If necessary, you are allowed to take painkillers. After removing the sutures, it is necessary to begin therapeutic exercises to prevent a decrease in mobility in the joint.

The metal wire is removed 3 – 4 weeks after surgery in outpatient setting. This procedure is virtually painless. Screws or pins are removed after the metatarsal bone has healed more late dates under local anesthesia.

After 6 weeks, the foot muscles become stronger, the bone heals, and the pain practically disappears. From this moment you can begin to load the foot as usual. Repeated x-ray with normal recovery period not required.

After the operation, the pain caused by the pressure of shoes on the deformed first and second toes is reduced. If other metatarsal bones are also affected and the entire foot is deformed, after surgical treatment it is recommended to wear orthopedic insoles to support the arch of the foot.

Even after successful surgery, 60% of patients remain limited in their choice of shoes. They should wear shoes with a wide front and sufficient room for the toes. Pointed-toe shoes will continue to be unavailable to patients.

Serious complications after bunion surgery are rare. However, before the intervention, the patient should be aware of the potential risks:

• damage to a bone, tendon, nerve or blood vessel that is repaired immediately during surgery;
• slow wound healing;
• malunion of the metatarsal bone, requiring reoperation;
• numbness or tingling of the skin of the finger;
• hematoma (bleeding) around the joint;
• bacterial infection surgical wound, phlegmon, osteomyelitis;
• avascular necrosis of bone;
• low mobility of the joint;
• recurrence of hallux valgus;
• the patient's dissatisfaction with the results of the operation, which does not eliminate the need to choose the right shoes.

After completing the recovery period, it is important to prevent relapse of the disease. Therefore, it is necessary to re-examine all possible risk factors and concomitant diseases and take measures to eliminate them.

Some patients require long-term orthopedic monitoring. For example, in rheumatoid arthritis, the use of orthoses slows down the destruction of the joint and provides a better long-term effect after surgery.

Other methods of surgical treatment

In addition to osteotomy, interventions on the tendons and joint capsule can be used. Thus, for many years, in case of valgus of 1 finger, the flexor tendon has been moved to the extensor tendon, which eliminates excessive improper tension. Another type of intervention, adductorotenotomy, involves cutting the tendons that pull the metatarsal bone to the side.

Laser removal

Laser surgery for treating bunions is not yet well developed. It has only minor advantages over traditional surgery in the form of minimal bleeding and less risk of infection. viral hepatitis and other infections. Laser treatment has only a symptomatic effect, removing bone growth, but it does not restore the joint axis and does not prevent relapse of the disease.

It can be used simultaneously with traditional surgery to eliminate large bones in the third stage of the disease. The principle of operation is to create a small incision over the bony protrusion and evaporate the bone tissue using laser beam. This directed light source causes a local increase in cell temperature and cell death.

Laser bone removal is less likely to cause complications and side effects. This procedure is carried out in several stages. The recovery period is usually the same as for conventional surgery. One of the small advantages of laser intervention is the ability to simultaneously eliminate other foot problems (ingrown toenails, skin warts, and others).

Thus, laser removal ossification does not have any significant advantages over traditional surgery. The laser helps better cope with soft tissue diseases, and in the case of a “bone” it is necessary to act on the bone. That's why laser treatment Hallux valgus is not the best choice.

Alternative treatment for hallux valgus

Traditional medicine for a bunion will not get rid of it, but will help eliminate pain, restore joint mobility, and maybe even avoid surgery.

Red clay has anti-inflammatory and anti-edematous effects. To prepare an effective pain reliever and warming agent, take half a glass of clay, add 2 tablespoons of salt, a few drops of iodine tincture and turpentine and stir in 2 glasses of water. Apply the resulting mixture to the bone area every day until it dries, and then rinse off. warm water. The course of treatment consists of 14 procedures.

In the evening, pour 3 liters of warm water into a basin and dissolve a small handful of coarse salt in it, preferably sea salt. Such nightly foot baths not only relieve pain, but also relieve muscle spasms, relax tendons, and help restore the anatomy of the foot.

A foot bath with regular soda, to which a few drops of iodine tincture has been added, effectively relaxes tense foot muscles. After the procedure, apply an iodine mesh to the “bone” area, and in the morning rub a nourishing cream into the feet. To increase the effectiveness of this method, make an iodine tincture on dandelion flowers: pour fresh crushed flowers with iodine and leave for 5 days, and then use to treat the “seeds”.

For inflammation and pain in the joint, a compress made of equal parts of snow and table salt will help. We collect the mixture into a clean napkin and apply it to the foot. When a burning sensation appears, remove the compress and lubricate the foot olive oil and wrap it in a warm scarf. You need to do 120 such sessions.

Medical bile has a good anti-inflammatory effect. Soak a cotton swab in it, apply it to your foot, previously steamed in warm water, cover it with polyethylene, and tie a scarf on top. This compress can be left overnight.

Bee products contain a variety of biological substances that activate metabolism and improve blood supply to the joint. Thus, they can help restore cartilage surfaces, align them and reduce pain. Make compresses from a mixture of equal amounts of honey and flour or from propolis, leave overnight, covered with polyethylene. Use such applications daily for 14 days.

Treatment at home

Non-surgical treatment cannot eliminate the bunion, but can alleviate its symptoms. For many patients, success can be achieved with the right footwear.

Non-surgical treatment options:

• wear a special splint to straighten the finger (only with flexible deformity, when the joint has retained mobility);
• use orthopedic instep supports for the longitudinal and transverse arch of the foot;
• wear shoes with wide toes;
• avoid shoes with chafing inner seams;
• buy shoes with hard soles, soft lining and low heels.

Ointments

In addition to folk remedies, a variety of pain-relieving ointments can help with inflammation of a bunion. Here is a sample list of them:

In addition to anti-inflammatory drugs, pharmacies sell special ointments “against bunions.” They may contain shark oil, turpentine, golden mustache, badyagu and others active ingredients. The effectiveness and safety of these drugs in major studies has not been studied, so they do not provide guarantees of pain relief, much less the disappearance of “bones”.

Compresses

To relieve the symptoms of bunions, compresses made from natural substances that have natural anti-inflammatory properties are helpful:

• finely grated raw potatoes;
• pulp of fresh river fish;
• equal parts of lemon juice and iodine solution with the addition of 2 crushed aspirin tablets;
• equal parts of tincture of iodine, ammonia and triple cologne.

Any of these remedies can be applied to a gauze pad, applied to the sore foot, covered with plastic and left overnight.

For compresses, agents are used that cause local irritation and improve blood circulation. So, you can apply grated raw onion or garlic, cover with plastic and leave for 3 hours, then rinse your feet with water.

In addition to home remedies, compresses with dimexide have an excellent anti-inflammatory effect. This substance is sold in pharmacies. To prepare the solution, you need to dilute dimexide in half with water. After a 15-minute compress, apply medicinal ointment to the sore bone.

Bandages

To prevent thumb deformation and in the early stages of the disease, as well as after surgical treatment, it is recommended to use orthopedic devices that support the normal axis of the joint. They are quite diverse, but in general they can be divided into three large groups:

• soft, made of silicone or special gel;
• semi-rigid, having a hinge that allows you to change the shape of the forefoot when walking;
• rigid, firmly fixing the joint in one position.

Silicone clips are put on the big toe in the form of a ring, fitting the outside of the foot and separating the big toe from the rest with the help of a “tongue”. The advantages of such devices:

• ease of use, low cost;
• good tolerance of the material, absence of allergic reactions;
• universal size and can be discreetly used with any shoe.

These braces will help women who have to stand a lot or walk in uncomfortable high-heeled shoes. They will not get rid of a bunion, but they will help relieve pain and protect against calluses. This good remedy prevention of hallux valgus. When using silicone or gel fixatives, you must wash and dry your feet daily and, if necessary, use talc or powder to avoid sweating of the skin underneath.

The semi-rigid retainer consists of a hinge located on the inside of the foot in the “bone” area. One arm of such a device is attached to the big toe, and the other arms are attached around the foot using a synthetic tape. The semi-rigid fixator allows flexion and extension of the metatarsophalangeal joint, but does not allow the toe to deviate to the side.

Such a device must be worn during the rehabilitation period after surgery, when it is time to restore normal walking.

The disadvantages of semi-rigid fixation are the rather rapid wear of the joint, the possibility of rubbing and irritation of the skin, and the impossibility of individually selecting the angle of deflection of the finger. This device can only be worn with soft shoes that are larger than usual, or used only at home.

Rigid retainers are worn only at night. They are used in cases where surgery is not indicated, as well as in the postoperative recovery period. These devices are tightly fixed with straps along the inner and outer edges of the foot and on the toe, which allows you to set the desired angle of deviation of the joint axis.

It is impossible to walk in such a device, so it is only worn at night. Over the course of several months, you can gradually change the angle of the finger deviation, bringing it closer to normal. This eliminates hallux valgus, the bone disappears, and pain when walking goes away. The arch of the foot is also strengthened, which has a beneficial effect on the condition of the legs.

The advantage of rigid clamps is that they cannot be broken. The fastenings are soft, but very strong, they do not rub the skin and do not get dirty for a long time. Valgus splint– an excellent option for those patients who do not want to undergo surgery.

In addition to bandages, orthopedists use instep supports in the form of insoles and half-insoles, as well as interdigital spacers. They are often made from silicone. Insoles are necessary to restore the normal position of the foot and eliminate flat feet. Cushioning when walking helps reduce pain.

Soft pads between the fingers help with initial signs bones without external manifestations. They prevent deviation of the thumb during inner side and can be used every day.

Gymnastics and exercises

Therapeutic exercise is prescribed to patients at any stage of the disease. In mild cases, it helps eliminate the manifestations of hallux valgus. In more severe situations, exercises are necessary to train the leg muscles, strengthen the arch of the foot, and relieve pain when walking. Physiotherapy must be prescribed in the postoperative period.

The purpose of the exercises is to strengthen the muscles of the foot and restore the balance of tension in the tendons that hold the joint. When using them, regularity is important - you can conduct classes for 10 - 15 minutes a day, taking short breaks when tired. It is better to exercise after a foot bath, when the tendons and muscles are most elastic.

Doctors recommend an exercise that resembles a “bicycle”. The difference is that the movements of the legs occur parallel to the surface. When the foot moves away from itself, we stretch the toe as far as possible, while moving in reverse side pull the toe towards you. We make 10 full revolutions.

If this exercise is difficult to perform due to weakness abdominals, it can be replaced with the following: we sit on a chair, raise our feet 15 cm above the floor surface, alternately stretch out our socks and point them towards ourselves. From the same position we will make several turns and rotations with the feet.

Sitting on a chair, take off your shoes and place your feet on the floor. By bending and straightening your fingers, we make a “caterpillar” movement, moving your feet back and forth. Repeat 10 times. This exercise can be done even in the office during a short break.

Sitting on the floor or even lying on the bed, we alternately bend our feet at the ankle joints, extending our toes. After 10 such movements, we spread our toes to the sides and stay in this position for 10 seconds. This exercise can also be done while sitting on a chair, for example, while working.

An excellent workout for the muscles and joints of the foot is drawing with your feet. To do this, place a sheet of paper on the floor. Place a pen or felt-tip pen between your 1st and 2nd fingers and draw a circle or other shape on the paper. By complicating the exercise, you can reduce the size of the picture and learn to write letters and numbers. Once you've finished drawing, lift and crumple the paper with your toes.

In nature, on the beach, in the forest, it is very useful to walk barefoot, grabbing and holding small pebbles and fir cones with your toes. At home, you can throw a few large buttons on the floor and collect them all in an evening.

While watching TV, you can place a roller massager, a water bottle or a wooden rolling pin on the floor and roll them with your bare feet.

Prevention

You can avoid long-term treatment and surgery if you think about its prevention from a young age, especially if there are unfavorable factors - parents have “bones”, the need to wear high-heeled shoes.

Ways to prevent thumb joint deformity:

• use of shoes with a spacious toe and heels no higher than 4 cm;
• if necessary, wear high-heeled shoes, they can be worn no more than 2 hours a day;
• regular sports (running, walking) in high-quality sports shoes with shock-absorbing soles;
• use of gel insoles for everyday use;
• regular exercises for the ankles and feet throughout the day;
• normalization of weight, treatment of hormonal disorders.

It must be remembered that some foods can cause an increase in blood levels uric acid, which contributes to the deposition of its crystals in the joint space. This leads to the development gouty arthritis, which adversely affects the course of hallux valgus. You should eat less of these foods:

• red meat;
• rich broths;
• red wine;
• beans, beans;
• cocoa, coffee, chocolate;

A “bunion” on the foot is an external manifestation of valgus deformity of the first metatarsophalangeal joint of the foot, accompanied by pain when walking, changes in the shape of adjacent toes, corns, and flat feet. The appearance of the disease is associated with the action of unfavorable factors (uncomfortable shoes, high heels) against the background of congenital weakness of tendons and muscles.

Treatment can be conservative with the use of orthopedic devices or surgical. Surgery quite successfully eliminates the symptoms and signs of the “bone”, but does not relieve the patient of the cause of the disease. Therefore, in the postoperative period, constant physical therapy is necessary to strengthen the muscles and joints of the foot.

Anti-inflammatory ointments, as well as folk remedies with a warming effect and relaxing foot baths, help relieve pain and inflammation in the joint. Treatment of the disease is often long and difficult, so it is important to know about disease prevention.

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What are lumbar osteophytes and how to treat them

Multiple or single pathological growths of bone tissue in the form of spine-shaped, jagged or tuberous processes are called osteophytes. The tissues of bones and osteophytes formed on them have the same structure. Before deciding how to treat osteophytes, you should take into account the characteristics of the part of the human skeleton where they formed. Growths appear on the bones of the hands and feet, affect the joint cavities of the extremities, and limit the mobility of the spine in its various parts.

• • Bone compact growths
  • Osteophytes of cancellous bone
  • Cartilaginous basis of osteophytes
  • Metaplastic type of osteophytes
• Inflammatory processes
• Degeneration of bones and tissues
• Formation of osteophytes on the foot
• Overgrowth of bone tissue in the shoulder, hip joint, knee
• Treatment methods
  • Drug treatment
  • Physiotherapeutic effects
  • Surgical intervention

Types of osteophytes depending on structure

Osteophytes are divided into:

• osteophytes of compact bone tissue;
• bone, spongy structure;
• osteochondral formations;
• metaplastic growths.

Bone compact growths

Compact osteophytes, what are they? Bone is formed by two types of tissue. The compact substance has sufficient strength to withstand mechanical loads and is a homogeneous outer layer of bone. It contains bulk of phosphorus and calcium, others concentrate chemical elements. In the human skeleton, compact bone tissue occupies up to 80%. Osteophytes of a compact type of tissue grow on metatarsal bones feet and phalangeal areas of the arms and legs. The location of this type of osteophyte is characteristic at the end sections of bones.

Osteophytes of cancellous bone

The second type of bone substance is a component of the spongy structure. Unlike compact tissue, the cellular substance is formed from bone partitions and plates, which does not give it strength and density. This tissue takes part in the structure of the final sections of the bones of the tarsus, ribs, spinal discs, wrists, sternum and fills almost the entire volume of tubular bones. It is in the porous structure that the red bone marrow, which is involved in the process of blood formation, is concentrated.

Since the spongy porous substance has a large surface area, corresponding osteophytes are formed on any part of the tubular bones as a result of increased loads on the bones.

Cartilaginous basis of osteophytes

The articular surfaces are covered with cartilage for smooth rotation. Due to various degenerative changes, metabolic disorders, injuries, the cartilage begins to crack, becomes drier, thinning and partial or complete destruction occurs. The body tries to replace the destroyed elastic lining in the form of growths on the rubbing surfaces of the bones. These osteophytes most often form in large joints that bear the greatest load, such as the knees, hips, shoulder blades, and the spine.

Metaplastic type of osteophytes

These growths form when one type of cell in bone tissue is replaced by another. There are three types of main cells:

• osteoblasts, young cells that produce intercellular synovial fluid to lubricate and nourish the cartilage tissue of the joints; they later transform into osteophytes;
• osteophytes take part in metabolic processes and are responsible for the constant composition of mineral and organic matter bones;
• Osteoclasts are derived from leukocytes and are involved in the destruction of old bone cells.

If the bone tissue becomes inflamed or infected, then the ratio of the above cells becomes atypical, and osteophytes of a metaplastic nature appear. The reason for their formation may be a violation of the natural restoration of tissue.

Lead to the appearance of bone growths various disorders in the body:

Inflammatory processes

Purulent bacteria, such as streptococci, staphylococci, mycobacteria, entering the bone, cause the development of osteomyelitis - an inflammatory process. This disease affects any bone tissue: compact substance, bone marrow, spongy component and periosteum. Pathogenic germs and bacteria enter the body with an open bone fracture, if antiseptic rules are not followed during operations and treatment. Inflammations most often occur in the bones of the femur, shoulder, spine in all parts, and jaw joints.

Children are affected when the blood transfers infection from the source of inflammation of the body to the bones or periarticular tissues, which leads to purulent muscle disease. In adults, with a linear fracture, the focus of inflammation does not spread beyond its boundaries; splinter damage to the bone contributes to the spread of infection over a large area, which complicates treatment. The regeneration process, during inflammation, ends with the appearance of osteophytes. In this case, the osteophyte is the exfoliated periosteum. Under favorable circumstances, growths that arise after osteomyelitis may decrease in size and even resolve completely.

Degeneration of bones and tissues

Destruction of cartilage and bones of the joint occurs due to various reasons in early and old age. The reasons are considered deforming spondylosis and osteoarthritis.

Destructive spondylosis contributes to wear and tear intervertebral discs, consisting of a ring of connective tissue and a jelly-like core. These discs allow the spine to move. Spondylosis destroys the lateral parts and promotes protrusion of the nucleus, which, under heavy load, degenerates into osteophytes. Such growths occur along the entire length of the spine, starting from the lumbar region. Osteophytes are protective formations during destructive processes in the spine.

Deforming arthrosis is a destructive-dystrophic disease that affects the cartilage in the joint. The cause is most often injury, inflammation or disruption metabolic processes. After complete destruction of the cartilage, the joint tries to increase the area to absorb the load by forming osteophytes. At the third stage of the disease there is complete deformation of the marginal areas of the bony articulation and without surgical treatment, complete immobility of the joint occurs.

Fractures of the arms, legs and joints cause the formation of osteophytes at the site between the displaced fragments and the connective osteoid tissue. In this case, infection in open fractures provokes accelerated growth of osteophytes. Growths after injury are close in structure to the compact substance of bone. Osteophytes most often occur during fractures. large joints, they can change size over time.

Staying in one position for a long time increases the load and gradually wears out the cartilage, they are destroyed and lateral growths gradually appear on the bones of the joints.

Tumors provoke the development of osteophytes, and neoplasms can be benign or malignant. In the latter case, osteophytes arise at the site of metastases from other organs to the bone.

Endocrine disorders in the body lead to skeletal changes. Cartilage tissue does not contain vessels that could nourish it, so it takes substances from the synovial fluid formed in the connective environment. If, in the process of metabolic disorders, the necessary minerals and organic matter do not enter the periarticular space, then degenerative disorders in the cartilage begin. They are destroyed and replaced by osteophytes.

The cause of bone growths in the lumbar and other parts of the spine is destructive spondylosis. The growths arise in front of the vertebral body or they arise from the processes of the articulation. Manifested by pain, degeneration of bones and ligaments starting from the lumbar spine along the entire length and limitation of motor ability.

The initial stage may not be characterized by the presence of pain, which is why treatment is delayed. After significant deformation of the vertebrae, osteophytes form, resulting in a narrowing of the spinal cord canals. Large osteophytes put pressure on the nerve endings, they become pinched, and the pain increases. Unpleasant pain radiates to the thigh, lower leg, buttock, and spreads along the projection of the sciatic nerve. Sometimes pinched nerves lead to loss of sensation in different parts of the body and the individual organs they control. If the cervical region is affected, then disturbances can be traced in the blood vessels, with symptoms of dizziness, tinnitus and blurred vision.

Formation of osteophytes on the foot

In the foot, osteophytes most often appear on the heel bone, this is the so-called heel spur. The main cause of this formation is the disease heel fasciitis, which affects the plantar fascia. For the growth of formations influenced by inflammatory processes and injuries. A type of osteophytes are formations around the nail plate, they lift it and cause unpleasant pain, as if from an ingrown nail.

The unpleasant sensation most bothers the patient in morning time, increases during movement and load. During the day the pain subsides, but the field of night appears again. With extensive calcaneal osteophytes, the function of the foot is impaired, lameness appears, caused by the fear of fully leaning on the affected leg.

Overgrowth of bone tissue in the shoulder, hip joint, knee

Sometimes the formation of bone growths manifests itself precisely inside the joint cavity, which is often caused by destructive osteoarthritis or coxarthrosis of the joints. IN initial stage During their development, osteophytes are growths with sharp edges, the height of which is not more than 2 mm. Without treatment and after complete narrowing of the interarticular space, bone growths become various shapes and sizes. An increase in osteophytes indicates progression of the disease.

Treatment methods

In order for the doctor to choose the right treatment method, you should undergo an examination to diagnose reliable diagnosis, and, most importantly, to identify the cause of the devastating disease. Diagnosis of the disease is made by one of the progressive modern methods, or the results of one are confirmed by a second examination. X-ray methods are used to detect the disease, computed tomography and resonance magnetic tomography. After confirming the diagnosis Treatment of osteophytes is carried out in the following ways:

• medications;
• physiotherapeutic methods;
• surgical treatment.

Drug treatment

Treatment with medications is carried out in the first and second stages of deforming arthrosis and is reduced to the use of drugs that relieve the inflammatory process. Modern products perform several functions at once: relieve pain, restore cartilage tissue and reduce inflammation. The most common medications are: ketoprofen, diclofenac, indomethacin, voltaren, all of which are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

Physiotherapeutic effects

It is a complex of therapeutic methods using various physical factors: magnetic rays, electricity, ultraviolet light, heat, acupuncture, massage, physical therapy and electrophoresis with novocaine. There are examples where physical therapy helped relieve pain and restore mobility of the lumbar spine or a large joint affected by osteophytes. Physiotherapy treatment should be combined with drug treatment, which gives effective results.

Surgical intervention

The operation to remove osteophytes is performed each time taking into account individual characteristics the patient’s disease, the stage of development of the disease and the prognosis for its further course. If large osteophytes compress the nerve endings, causing movement disturbances or loss of sensitivity, then treat surgical intervention shown anyway.

Surgery is resorted to if osteophytes compress the lumen of the brain canal in the spine and leads to disruption of the spinal cord with corresponding symptoms, the patient feels numbness in the arms and legs, urination and bowel movements are no longer controlled.

In conclusion, it should be noted that healthy image life and timely examination for the slightest pain in the skeletal system will allow the patient to be cured by simpler means and not have to go through surgery.

Spinal osteophytes are growths of bone tissue along the articular processes of the vertebrae or along the vertebrae themselves. By and large, these are just bone growths that can take the form of spikes, hooks, etc., and they can have absolutely different origins and also express yourself in different ways. The disease in which such growths appear is called spondylosis. It should be remembered that when osteophytes appear in the spine, their treatment is never quick, so it makes sense to take care of the prevention of this problem, so as not to waste a lot of time and effort on treatment.

Why do osteophytes appear?

As we have already said, the reasons for this problem may vary. For example, they can form as a result of ossification of the periosteum, ligaments, or some other tissue located next to the bone. But there are a number of reasons, mechanisms and conditions for the appearance of these formations. And the structure of the growths itself can be different.

In general, the following types of osteophytes can be distinguished:

• post-traumatic osteophytes. With fractures and serious damage to bone structures, calluses can form around splinters and debris. It is also possible for growths of this type to develop in cases where the bone itself is intact, but the periosteum has been torn. It is this periosteum that subsequently ossifies, turning into an osteophyte. The most typical places for such growths to appear are the elbow and knee joints, especially in cases where a person experiences a dislocation with rupture of the bursa and separation of the ligaments;
• degenerative-dystrophic osteophytes are another common case. They can be general (formed in senile arthrosis) and local in nature (the result of serious overload of the joint. In a disease such as deforming arthrosis, the appearance of osteophytes leads to limited joint mobility, but degradation of the bones themselves does not occur. Some cases of deforming spondylosis and arthrosis are exceptions. , in which fusion of the surfaces of the joint occurs, as a result of which its mobility is completely lost. Similar problem possible in the spine;
• osteophytes that appear as a result of inflammatory processes. In this case, due to inflammation of the periosteum, random ossification of some of its components occurs;
• the result of the impact of malignant tumors can be “massive” osteophytes, which usually have the appearance of a spur or visor (which is a fairly important sign for diagnosis). Osteophytes of the spongy structure can form due to impaired growth of cartilage and when benign tumors. Metastases of some forms of cancer can also cause the development of osteophytes;
• osteophytes can also appear as a result of the development endocrine disorders, while they are formed on the basis of changes in the skeleton;
• in some cases, osteophytes may be of neurogenic origin.

Symptoms of osteophyte development

Quite often, the development of osteophytes occurs asymptomatically. For example, quite often the development of osteophytes in thoracic region the spine occurs in exactly this way, to the point that this part of the spine completely loses mobility. But in this case, it should be taken into account that the mobility of this part of the spine is not high, which is why a person may never notice the appearance of this problem.

But the development of osteophytes in the more mobile parts of the spine is more noticeable. Of course, in the early stages, when the growths are not yet large, there are no symptoms - there is no pain, and the mobility of the spinal region is normal. But in the future, enlarged osteophytes in some situations begin to put pressure on the nerve endings, which is why various pain syndromes appear, similar to pain from an intervertebral hernia.

For example, osteophytes cervical region of the spine lead to both the appearance of pain and the development of neurological syndromes. In addition, the development of osteophytes in this part of the spine leads to serious limitation of movements, and it becomes a problem to turn the head. In this case, a person can either feel a certain “stop” beyond which the head cannot turn, or pain when trying to turn the head.

Treatment of spondylosis

The treatment of this problem is not much different from the treatment of other spinal diseases. First of all, you have to come to terms with the fact that osteophytes will not disappear anywhere; the main task in this situation is to give the body the opportunity to “rebuild” to new conditions and stop the development of the disease. Bone spurs are not a herniated disc; they will not “resolve” in the body.

In general, treatment begins with anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs, which make it possible to relieve pain during the acute course of the disease. After pain relief, massage and physical therapy, as well as some physiotherapeutic methods, become the basis of treatment. They are able to stop the development of the disease, but are practically useless when severe forms diseases.

In such a situation, surgical intervention may be prescribed. But even surgery does not provide a complete guarantee of cure and improvement of the situation. Therefore, the best method of treatment should be considered prevention, and at the first signs of the appearance of osteophytes - go to the doctor.

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Very often, especially in childhood, you have to hear a terrible diagnosis - exostosis. What kind of disease is this, and is it so dangerous?

This osteochondral or bone growth of non-tumor nature on the surface of the bone. At first, the neoplasm consists only of cartilage tissue, but over time it hardens and transforms into spongy bone.

A cartilaginous coating several millimeters thick remains on top. It then serves as the basis for further growth.

The main danger of the disease is that it develops very slowly and is asymptomatic. The size of the growths can range from a few millimeters to ten or more centimeters.

Another feature of exostosis is that it is usually diagnosed in adolescence when intensive skeletal growth occurs. There is also a theory about a hereditary predisposition to the disease, but it has not been confirmed.

Causes and risk factors

The formation of growth occurs for various reasons and depends on many factors.

It could be:

Today a large number of Research is aimed at studying the heredity of this disease.

However, despite the fact that many cases of familial exostoses are known, most scientists are skeptical about this theory. After all, it does not explain isolated cases of the disease, which means it cannot be the only true one.

At the same time, there are certain risk factors that influence the development of the disease. The main one is excess quantity calcium in the body.

When deposited on the bones, this element eventually leads to the formation of growths. Hypercalcemia can occur due to excess consumption of eggs, dairy products, cabbage, parsley, or hard water.

Features of osteochondral growth

Osteochondral exostosis, or osteochondroma, is a benign bone formed from cartilage tissue.

The disease, as a rule, does not manifest itself until the age of 8, but during the period of active skeletal growth - from 8 to 17 years - the likelihood of its development increases several times. Most often it is diagnosed in adolescents during puberty.

With osteochondroma, the number of growths can vary from a few to dozens.

Based on this criterion, the disease is divided into two types:

1. Solitary osteochondral exostosis. Always represented by one tumor. It happens different sizes and is motionless. If the tumor increases significantly, it can put pressure on blood vessels and nerve trunks;
2. Multiple exostotic chondrodysplasia. This type of disease is characterized by the appearance of several neoplasms at once. Chondrodysplasia is most often inherited.

Classification and localization

In most cases, exostosis is diagnosed on shoulder joint, hip bone, collarbone, scapula, tibia.

According to statistics, 50% of all exostoses occur on the tibia and femur. Much less often the disease affects the hands and feet. Also, medicine does not know cases of the formation of growths on the skull.

If the disease affects the spine, then when it further development spinal cord compression may occur.

This localization is dangerous because it leads to serious disruptions in the functioning of the central nervous system, and is also most prone to malignant degeneration.

Symptoms and diagnosis

The disease develops very slowly and is usually asymptomatic. It may take years before the disease is identified. The only exceptions are cases when growths put pressure on blood vessels or nerve endings.

Then there may be pain in the area of ​​compression, a feeling of numbness or goosebumps, headaches, and dizziness.

Most often, the disease is detected accidentally during an X-ray examination. Without x-rays, diagnosis is almost impossible.

Carrying out this type of research allows us to say about the number and shape of neoplasms, their size and development. At the same time, it is necessary to take into account that the cartilage plaque that covers the growth is not visible in the image.

Therefore, the actual size of the tumor is always larger than it appears.

Removing growths

There are no conservative treatment methods for the disease. If necessary, overgrown areas of bone tissue are removed during surgery.

Children under 18 years of age are not subject to surgery due to the fact that exostoses may resolve on their own.

The operation is carried out:

Surgical treatment is performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on the location and size of the tumor. First, the bone growth is removed using a chisel, and then the bone is smoothed using special tools.

In the video, removal of exostosis of the auditory canal:

Recovery after surgery

Rehabilitation takes no more than two weeks. If only one tumor was removed, the patient can get out of bed the very next day.

Recovery after surgery is divided into two stages. On the first one, a gentle one is installed motor mode. Then, when the swelling decreases, a recovery regimen is prescribed. In the postoperative period, it is very important to restore the muscles to their strength.

It is necessary to achieve a state where training exercises do not cause pain. Only then is the restoration considered successful.

Complications of the disease

In most cases, exostosis does not pose a great danger, but sometimes complications of the disease occur. You should worry if growths form in the spine area.

Then, with intensive growth, they can compress the spinal cord, which leads to serious consequences.

In children and adolescents with the development of multiple chondrodysplasia, skeletal deformities are likely. Sometimes, although quite rarely, a pathology such as a fracture of the exostosis leg is diagnosed.

If tumors begin to grow quickly, there is a possibility of their malignant degeneration.

Usually, cancerous tumors are formed on the hip, vertebrae, shoulder blade, pelvis. They may have the morphological structure of spindle cell sarcoma, and other types.

Preventive measures

Currently there is no specific system preventive measures for this disease.

The only way to prevent growths is regular inspection and examination. Such prevention is especially important for children, since bone growths in them can cause skeletal deformation.

In addition, it is always necessary to undergo a preventive examination after an injury. Any bruise, damage to nails or broken bones can cause the development of the disease.

It is also a good idea to keep under control information about the amount of calcium in the body, since its excess also leads to the formation of growths on the bones.

Instead of output

Whatever the reason for the development of exostosis, you should not be afraid of it. In fact, the disease is not as terrible as it might seem at first.

Yes, in some cases, when the tumor grows rapidly, it can actually degenerate into malignant. However, this happens quite rarely.

In most cases, the prognosis for life with this disease is favorable. Bone growths are successfully removed in any clinic without any consequences. And sometimes the disease even resolves on its own.

This happens in children when the disease goes away spontaneously. Therefore, there is no need to panic. Believe in the best - and the disease will definitely recede.

general information

A bone growth appears as additional tissue that grows on top of healthy tissue.

Often appears on the bones of the legs, arms, and spine. A person who develops a growth usually experiences absolutely no pain until the growth begins to rub against other bones or shoes.

Why does a growth appear on the bone?

Most often, bone tumors occur in people who have ever suffered from osteochondrosis or osteoporosis. Elderly people also suffer from this problem. Their body tries to restore function to the aging joint by growing additional bone. Another growth on the bone may indicate diseases such as spinal stenosis, gout, spondylosis, plantar fasciitis. Bad habits can speed up this process poor nutrition, injuries.

Initial symptoms of a bone spur

First a person begins to experience nagging pain in the neck and back in a standing and sitting position. If the tumor forms in the spine, then painful sensations are observed in the shoulders, and sometimes headaches occur, and pain in the hips will also be felt. Inexplicable weakness of the arms and legs, loss of sensitivity, painful tingling throughout the body - these are also signs of a bone growth.

Women's problem

Very often, women complain about growths on their legs. This problem causes a lot of inconvenience. For example, it becomes very difficult to find suitable shoes.

Because of the tumor, you have to wear large shoes, but we all know very well that slender, beautiful legs are the key to the success of every woman. The reason for this problem is that the metatarsal bone thumbs deformed due to wearing tight and uncomfortable high-heeled shoes. If you are not sure that you have this particular problem, then it is easy to check. To do this, you need to move your big toe slightly to the side, if this does not cause you painful sensations, then everything is fine. If you suddenly feel pain, then you are developing the initial stage of the disease. Whether a tumor is forming on the toe can also be determined while walking. For example, if your legs become very tired, this means that deformity has already begun. Many women wonder why bone spurs are very rare in men. The answer is very simple. Men will never wear narrow and uncomfortable shoes, even with high heels.

Treatment methods

First, you need to reconsider your diet. Bone growth is a kind of accumulation of salt in the body, so you need to consume salty foods as little as possible.

Excess weight is also a reason for the formation of growths. The more you weigh, the more stress you put on your legs. The most common treatment method is salt baths. With their help, salts deposited in the body will begin to dissolve. Also, a mixture of iodine and aspirin is considered a good way to get rid of the problem. Be sure to massage and wear warm socks after each procedure. During treatment, it is advisable to reduce the load on your feet and wear only comfortable and soft shoes. If a growth on your toe has just begun to appear, you can try to “break it” with a massage and special ointments. To do this, you should go to a specialist.