Numbness of the extremities, or paresthesia - is a consequence arising from pathologies in the work of certain organs of the body. If there is a regular or permanent numbness of the fingers, then it is urgent to visit the doctor, because it is most likely a signal of a serious disease of blood vessels, spine or nerve endings.
- Causes numbness
- Diseases numbing
- Pharmacotherapy
- Medicines based on salicylic acid
- Pentalgin
- Paracetamol
- tablets and ointments for pain relief
- Ibuprofen
- Diclofenac
- Meloxicam
- antispasmodic drugs
- papaverine
- Nospanum
- Dibazol
- preparationslowering of glucose level
- Insulin
- Siofor
- Folk methods
- Foot bath with honey
- Tincture with pepper
- Kiss with linenoil
- Exercise for fingers
- Tray with coniferous extract and massage
- Prophylaxis
Causes of numbness
The reasons for numbness of the toe include:
- nerve congestion in an uncomfortable position( leg to leg, leg to itself or squatting);
- incorrectly selected shoes( narrow, tight, too high heels);
- corns or calluses on the soles of the feet and fingers;
- trauma to the legs( bruise, fracture, dislocation);
- regular poisoning of the body with chemicals and poisons( nicotine, alcohol, occupations associated with risk);
- constant load on the legs( "standing" work);
- deficiency in the body of vitamin B12;
- damage to the blood vessels in the legs and spine;
- pinching of the lumbar nerve;
- occlusion of blood vessels with cholesterol plaques.
Diseases causing numbness
The main diseases that cause numbness of fingers:
- osteochondrosis;
- vitamin deficiency;
- diabetes mellitus;
- tuberculosis of the spine;
- Raynaud's disease( malformation of small vessels);
- arthrosis;
- atherosclerosis;
- arthritis;
- gout;
- oncology of the lumbar region of the spine;
- metabolic disorders;
- tissue necrosis;
- neurosis;
- neuropathy;
- metastases in cancers;
- multiple sclerosis;
- endarteritis;
- stroke;
- varicose veins.
Medical treatment
For different reasons for numbness, different methods are prescribed andmeans of treatment.
to the table of contents ^Medicines based on salicylic acid
to table of contents ^Pentalgin
The drug is spasmolytic, in the form of tablets, topical. It is most often used in the treatment of headaches, pain associated with joints and temporary removal of muscle spasms.
to the table of contents ^Paracetamol
Not a strong analgesic for stopping the mild symptoms of the manifestations of diseases that are accompanied by spasms and cramps.
to table of contents ^Tablets and ointments for pain relief
to table of contents ^Ibuprofen
The preparation can be used as an ointment or tablets. The action of the ointment in case of joint pain is better, since it acts locally and quickly.
Diclofenac
Tablets or ointment for rapid effective removal of pain in bones and joints.
to table of contents ^Meloxicam
Tablets. Most often, they are prescribed for relief of pain in the intervertebral hernia.
to the table of contents ^Spasmolytic preparations of
to the table of contents ^Papaverin
Injection drug for the reduction of muscle tissue pain.
to table of contents ^No-spawn
The drug is given as an intramuscular or intravenous injection. Excellent antispasmodic.
to table of contents ^Dibasol
The drug is administered primarily as an injection, to stop convulsive muscle contraction.
back to contents ^Drugs for lowering glucose
Insulin
Foreign drug, in the form of injections. It is prescribed for people with high glucose and blood sugar to reduce these indicators. The drug has a temporary effect.
to table of contents ^Siofor
Tablets are prescribed for the treatment of diabetes and for the normalization of blood sugar levels.
Folk methods
Baths, tinctures and massages are used to treat numbness of the big toes.
to the table of contents ^Foot bath with honey
To dissolve 4 tablespoons of honey per liter of hot water. Take this bath from 15 minutes to half an hour.
to table of contents ^Tincture with pepper
Covered with glass cubes 3 small salted cucumbers and 3 pods of hot red pepper, pour half a liter of vodka into the glass container. Infuse the mixture for a week in a dark place. Rub fingers and feet with this infusion when numbness occurs.
to contents ^Kissel with linseed oil
Add 300 grams of flax oil to a liter of water and boil for at least 2 hours on a small fire. After leaving the broth to infuse for 10-12 hours and after the time has elapsed. The resulting jelly is consumed 30 minutes before meals in the third part of the glass, the course of such treatment is 2-3 weeks.
to contents ^Exercise for fingers
Pour into the bowl any beans( peas, beans, lentils) and toes with fingers to shift the beans into another empty bowl alternately with the left and right foot. Such an exercise will allow maintaining good blood circulation of the extremities.
to contents ^Tray with pine extract and massage
Add 2-3 tablespoons of pine extract for 2-3 liters of hot water. Steam the feet for 5-10 minutes. After circular movements massage each finger and foot with effort. Do this massage as often as possible to increase circulation in the foot and fingers.
Prevention
In order not to numb the toes, it is necessary to adhere to the following preventive actions:
- wear only comfortable shoes on the foot;
- take the necessary amount of vitamins and minerals;
- strengthen leg muscles with exercises;
- regularly do foot and finger massage;
- walk on a massage mat or grass tramp;
- not wear long shoes on a high heel;
- regularly visit a doctor and take tests to prevent diseases;
- to refrain from alcohol and smoking;
- adhere to proper nutrition and stable weight.