Sleeplessness with foot pain should be treated accordingly to the cause, and common causes include lumbar disc herniation, varicose veins in the lower limbs, osteoarthritis, etc. Commonly used treatments include general treatment, physical therapy, medication and surgery.
1. Lumbar disc herniation: bed rest, physical therapy such as pelvic traction, acupuncture, massage and so on. Medications include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen and celecoxib, muscle relaxants such as chlorzoxazone, dehydrating agents such as mannitol, and glucocorticoid drugs such as prednisone. If the symptoms are severe and recurring and the condition is getting worse, surgical treatment such as myeloablation can be performed.
2. Varicose veins of the lower limbs: wear compression stockings or use elastic bandages for external compression. Use of venous active drugs such as sodium hepcidin to promote venous return. Anti-fibrinolytic drugs such as urokinase and streptokinase are used to prevent thrombosis. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen may be used if accompanied by pain. For severe symptoms, surgical treatment such as high vein ligation can be performed.
3. Osteoarthritis: Basic treatment such as reasonable exercise, can use crutches. Electrical stimulation, acupuncture, etc. can reduce pain, treatment drugs include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen, diclofenac, etc. and glucocorticoid drugs such as dexamethasone. Surgery, such as joint fusion, may be considered when treatment is ineffective or the condition worsens.
There may be other reasons for foot pain, such as diabetic foot, excessive fatigue, etc. It is recommended to go to the hospital in time to clarify the cause of the disease and then targeted treatment. The above medications should be administered under the guidance of a doctor.