Bursitis is an inflammatory process that occurs in the periarticular mucous bags. There are several types of this disease, and one of them is achillobursitis. The treatment of this type of bursitis is associated not only with local therapy, but also with the elimination of the cause that caused the disease.
What is achillobursitis?
The Achilles tendon has a synovial bag. With achillobursitis, processes that provoke the accumulation of exudate begin to develop in it, due to which the tissues gradually become denser. As a result, it becomes impossible to perform movements with the joint that connects the calcaneus and the Achilles tendon. This function is partially lost, but in some cases completely. In medicine, this disease has a second name - Albert's disease. Its course and form may be different depending on the stage at which achillobursitis is detected. Treatment in these cases is either conservative or surgical.
Types of ailment
Based on the characteristics of the course of the disease, achillobursitis can be divided into two types:
- Acute achillobursitis. The main reason for its surge is infection, but other random factors are not ruled out. It develops rapidly and painfully. Fast response allows you to cope with the defeat in a short time.
- Chronic achillobursitis. It may be asymptomatic or periodically expressed. More often a person suffers from another disease. In this case, against the background of such ailments, chronic achillobursitis is formed. Treatment in such cases depends on the identification of the underlying diagnosis, which has similar complications.
But in medicine, in addition to these two main types, other varieties of Albert's disease may arise. A person has traumatic and purulent achillobursitis. The treatment of these two types is different.
Causes of occurrence
It becomes obvious that the reasons for which achillobursitis occurs are different. These include:
- Joint or tendon injuries. Damage to cartilage or bone. Often this occurs in athletes.
- Constant load exerted on the heel due to the strong tension of the Achilles tendon. This can occur with flat feet or while wearing uncomfortable shoes.
- Viral diseases (for example, severe sore throat) can cause complications.
- An infection can enter the Achilles tendon. This happens with furunculosis or in the presence of carbuncles on the body.
- The consequences of psoriatic and rheumatoid arthritis.
- Gout (impaired metabolism).
- Poor vascular patency, which occurs against the background of diabetes or atherosclerosis.
- Excess body weight.
Why is it necessary to treat?
Regardless of the reason for the development of achillobursitis, treatment with folk remedies, medicines, and sometimes surgery is necessary. Timely measures are needed, since this disease can cause a tendon rupture, which will lead to the cessation of motor function.
Symptoms of the development of the disease
The appearance of the disease can be suspected by external signs and by internal sensations. Redness occurs in the area just above the heel. Also, this part increases in size, slightly swollen. Pain can occur as if someone had hit the heel. Unpleasant pain symptoms also appear after sleep, prolonged inactivity, or while walking. The disease can occur not only on one leg, but also on both at the same time. The appearance of some of these signs should alert, because it is possible that you have developed achillobursitis. Treatment at home or under the supervision of a doctor is a necessary step.
Therapy
To identify the cause of the disease, it is important to consult a doctor. If you do not treat the root of the problem, but try to eliminate its consequences, the struggle will be long, exhausting and, most likely, futile. After all, if your main disease is arthritis, you first need to fight it, and only after that there is a chance to defeat achillobursitis. Treatment with folk remedies, of course, can bring some relief (provided that the cause of the ailment is known), but it is better to turn to traditional medicine.
We turn to medicines
Struggling with the underlying disease, you can start the treatment of achillobursitis. You need to start with anti-inflammatory drugs, as well as visiting physiotherapy. It is advisable to purchase a heel pad and provide the leg with maximum peace in order to quickly overcome achillobursitis. Surgical treatment is usually not prescribed if there is no rupture of the ligaments. But some doctors still offer such an intervention so that in the future weakened ligaments do not lead to a relapse of the disease.
Alternative treatment of the disease
Basically, the alternative treatment of achillobursitis boils down to the use of compresses. Here are the basic recipes:
- Black radish. It helps reduce swelling, reduces pain and promotes a better metabolic process. For a compress, grated radish is placed on gauze. The skin on the leg needs to be smeared with vegetable oil. A compress is attached to the prepared place. This procedure is performed in the morning and before bedtime. The course lasts up to three weeks daily.
- Fat. This product can remove toxins from the body and reduces the size of the tumor. Before tying a piece of unsalted fat, the leg should be steamed. Compress is left overnight. The procedure takes two weeks.
- Horseradish. Such a compress acts on the affected area anti-inflammatory. The product also has an antiseptic effect. Grated horseradish is laid on cheesecloth and wrapped with polyethylene. Put on top of the sock, leave the compress until morning. Before wrapping the product, the leg needs to be greased with glycerin. The course lasts two weeks.
- Fresh leaves of lilac. They help in case of purulent lesions. In addition, the plant is able to relieve pain. Fresh leaves should be applied to the leg, but before they are kneading a little in the hand.
- "Dimexide". It is allowed to make compresses from medications, if achilobursitis does not cease to disturb. Treatment with Dimexide may be effective, because its components immediately fall into the focus of inflammation. It has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects. For cooking, mix a tablespoon of water and the same amount of "Dimexidum" (30%). In this mass gauze is wetted. The compress is closed with polyethylene and cotton, fixed with a cloth. Withstand no longer than an hour, as you can get a burn. These lotions can be done from two to three weeks. But it is worth remembering that the drug has its own contraindications. Therefore, at first it is worth reading the annotation, and then decide whether to eliminate achillobursitis.
Treatment: ointment and baths
Compresses are not the only remedy against achillobursitis. For example, ointments that are commonly used for inflammation and tumors, such as Dicloran Plus, can be used. Also an additional tool in the fight against the problem are the baths. They can be prepared with sea salt. Regular daily use helps remove inflammation. Sea salt is often used for diseases of the joints, skin and bones. In addition, it has long been known that for diseases of the musculoskeletal system, needles from needles provide good help. For cooking, you need to pour 250 grams of pine branches in the evening with water (you can use needles and cones) and boil for half an hour. Leave to insist night. In the morning, warm up a little and lower your legs.
Achillobursitis: treatment, reviews
People who have struggled with this disease say that it is important to follow a diet. It is necessary to minimize salty foods, avoid the use of smoked meats and spicy foods. A huge role is played by vegetable dishes that saturate the body with microelements. People who have experienced severe pain are advised to wear a medical squeezing bandage at home, which helps to muffle discomfort a little. Also, a compress with ice can cope with this task. Cold compresses the capillaries, and this reduces pain.