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(M20.1) Hallux valgus (acquired)
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5 232 116 in individuals diagnosis hallux valgus (acquired) confirmed
1 314 deaths with diagnosis hallux valgus (acquired)
Diagnosis hallux valgus (acquired) is diagnosed Women are 72.03% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis hallux valgus (acquired)
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis hallux valgus (acquired)
1 314 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease hallux valgus (acquired) - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features hallux valgus (acquired)
Absence or low individual and public risk
Hallux valgus (acquired) - what does this mean
Hallux valgus, also known as bunion, is an acquired condition caused by prolonged use of ill-fitting shoes, and/or by an inherited foot structure. it is characterized by a deformity of the big toe joint, resulting in an inward angle of the big toe and an outward angle of the first metatarsal bone. this can cause pain, swelling, and difficulty walking.
What happens during the disease - hallux valgus (acquired)
Hallux valgus is an acquired condition that results from a combination of biomechanical, structural, and muscular imbalances. the primary cause of hallux valgus is an imbalance between the abductor hallucis and the adductor hallucis muscles that leads to a lateral deviation of the big toe. this can be further exacerbated by increased pressure on the big toe joint from footwear, the presence of bunions, or other structural deformities. over time, the joint becomes increasingly unstable, leading to further deformity and pain.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- X-ray imaging
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Ultrasound
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce pain and improve the appearance of the foot.
- Non-surgical treatment, including:
- Wearing shoes with a wide toe box and low heels
- Using orthotics to reduce pressure on the big toe joint
- Using pads to reduce pressure on the bunion
- Using ice to reduce pain and inflammation
- Taking anti-inflammatory medications
- Surgical treatment, including:
- Removing the bunion
- Straightening the big toe
- Fusing the big toe joint
- Repairing tendons and ligaments
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Hallux valgus (acquired) - Prevention
Hallux valgus (acquired) can be prevented by wearing comfortable shoes with a wide toe box, avoiding high heels, using arch supports and foot orthotics, stretching the feet and ankles regularly, and maintaining a healthy weight.